Career Development
Kobi McNutt explores her journey from Division I athlete to pioneering deepwater projects in the Gulf of Mexico, highlighting the mental resilience, technical grit, and advocacy that define her impact both on the rig and online.
Artificial intelligence is transforming—not replacing—petroleum engineering. As AI-driven, data-centric methods replace traditional deterministic models, engineers must adapt by acquiring skills in data science, algorithmic thinking, and software tools. The industry’s evolution raises a critical question: Will petroleum engineers evolve with these changes or risk beco…
Panelists discussed expectations for the state of the market by 2050, based on observable trends, evolving policies, and emerging market dynamics.
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Young professionals guide recent graduates to the career opportunities available in the US, Canada, and the UK. -
SPE provides a range of learning opportunities for industry, but it also provides opportunities for young professionals to strengthen their technical competencies and build upon professional qualities that will help their career advancement
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Imran Butt of Baker Hughes talks about why young professionals should be pumped up about a future in the oil and gas industry.
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Young Professionals (YPs) Committee of the Warri Nigeria Section recently held its annual YP workshop at the PTI Conference Centre Effurun in Warri, Nigeria. The theme of this year’s workshop was “Marketability for Sustainability: Equipping Myself Ahead of Tomorrow’s Challenges.”
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How to prepare yourself for your next promotion by how you act, dress, behave, and interact with others.
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Steven Farris of Apache Corporation shares his industry experience and offers advice to young professionals entering the oil and gas industry.
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Effective networking can be helpful in career advancement. This article provides some tips on how to network effectively and why it is important.
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Technical skills aren't sufficient for success. Professionals also need to acquire the soft skills that will facilitate their growth within the industry.
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2015 SPE President Helge Hove Haldorsen reveals the eight dimensions to focus on in plotting your way to career success.
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Talent & Technology: Soft Competency Development as a Global Challenge Soft competencies provide individuals with the ability to manage social, cultural, technical, and environmental expectations.
