From the TWA Editor

The TWA Editor shares his personal career transitions and encourages others to do likewise. Even in a downturn, it is important to think about the opportunities that can help you move forward -- even if on a slightly different path.

While the industry copes with falling prices, M&A activity is likely to be hot. Most investment banks now value engineering expertise. Could banking be part of your future?

Oil price volatility can be scary for those entering college and choosing to major in petroleum engineering. But the industry will need these graduates.

The TWA Editor offers advice to recent graduates for finding the best path for them.

David Vaucher summarizes the past year as TWA's editor and the decade of TWA's publication.

Excellent pay and benefits are characteristic of the industry, but not always job security. Turning that into career security is up to the individual, building a valuable skill set that will be attractive to a variety of employers.

Despite long time horizons and huge capital requirements, there are entrepreneurship opportunities in oil and gas. Even if going it alone isn't for you, you don’t necessarily have to be an entrepreneur to be entrepreneurial and contribute new ideas and directions to your company.

The significance of mature assets to the operations of companies large and small.

TWA’s editor-in-chief, Todd Willis discusses public perceptions and what might be needed to change them, recognizing that choices don't have to be "either-or."

TWA Editor Todd Willis discusses the importance of deep water and the articles in this issue.