Jobs, qualifications and companies

As you have probably discovered, there is something for everyone in the oil and gas industry - but there are definitely ways of maximising your options. For example, there are a lot more opportunities for people who go on to study at university than for school leavers. What's more, if you choose a technical or scientific degree at university, you'll have even more options.

Use the chart below to map out your future.

For further information please do get in touch with us at the Institute of Petroleum (telephone: 0171 467 7100). We would also recommend that you use your local careers company - the number should be in the telephone directory.

At university, we would recommend that you register with the university careers service as soon as possible. They will hold general information about the oil and gas industry, as well as detailed information about the major recruiters and postgraduate courses. They will also have details about vacation placements with oil and gas companies - a vital source of experience and knowledge.

For further general information about the oil and gas industry you can't beat the world wide web. You can use this website as the starting point for your investigations.

Map out your future