Q&A: The State of Graduate Recruitment in Oil, Gas

Rigzone: How would you attract more students and graduates into the oil and gas industry?

Oross: "Nowadays it is a hard exercise because of the low oil prices. However the oil and gas industry is still an attractive option for those scientists who do not want to become researchers. To take part in job fairs, organize conferences and make it possible for students to meet with professionals are good options. Moreover, I believe that those kinds of competitions where students can work with real data are the best, owing to the fact that in these cases young scientists become familiar with real life situations."

Rigzone: Having experienced life in the energy sector, it this an industry you want to stay in long term or are you likely to explore other fields in the future?

Oross: "I started to work in September 2015, so I am still not experienced. However I like working here. I always thought that the oil and gas industry is a part of geology where you need to use all of your knowledge and it is a challenge. Every day you face a new problem you have to solve, that is why I think this is a never ending learning period and I like it."

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