00IVC - 2014 Petrophysicist E&P
Company Overview
ConocoPhillips is the world’s largest independent E&P company based on production and proved reserves.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, ConocoPhillips had operations and activities in 30 countries, $57 billion in annual
revenue, $118 billion of total assets, and approximately 17,100 employees as of March 31, 2013. Production from
continuing operations averaged 1,555 MBOED for the three months ended March 31, 2013, and proved reserves were 8.6
billion BOE as of Dec. 31, 2012.
Employees across the globe focus on fulfilling our core SPIRIT Values of safety, people, integrity, responsibility,
innovation and teamwork. And we apply the characteristics that define leadership excellence in how we engage each
other, collaborate with our teams, and drive the business.
Exploration and Production Overview
Exploration and Production (E&P) explores, develops and produces oil, natural gas and natural gas liquids throughout the
world. In addition to Petrophysics, engineering disciplines include drilling, reservoir, production, completion, process, and
facilities engineering.
Position Summary
The full-time positions are in ConocoPhillips E&P organization.
Petrophysicists play a critical role in the discovery, assessment, development, and production of hydrocarbons within
ConocoPhillips. The primary task of a petrophysicist is to assess the hydrocarbon presence and production potential of
various strata encountered during drilling, as described in more detail below. Because of the breadth of the task,
graduates from many academic backgrounds work as petrophysicists, including geologists, geophysicists, and all types of
engineers, physicists, and mathematicians. The opportunity exists to work on new and emerging technologies as well as
new and particularly challenging types of reservoirs, from assessing the use of MRI technology when run in a wellbore,
deployment of fiber optics to assess a well's performance, through developing methods to assess "unconventional
reservoirs" like gas shales. Petrophysicists work closely with team members from other disciplines, including geoscientists
and engineers, to help the company make the best business decisions, as integration of many diverse data types
becomes critical in supporting the interpretation or analysis.
The Early Career Development program for our new hire petrophysicists creates an environment that encourages
employees to develop their capabilities with the expectation that they will build long-term careers and add value to
ConocoPhillips. Your analytical and interpretation skills development will be accelerated during the first two to three years
through a combination of formal training and on-the-job experiences. The complexities of exploration, field development,
and production require building an understanding of the fundamentals of the reservoir while bringing curiosity, critical
thinking and integration skills into the solution. Managers and mentors make employee development a priority, and coach
employees by providing relevant and real time feedback. Travel and long-term international assignments may offer
additional opportunities for career and personal development.
E&P Petrophysicist Locations: Positions are primarily in Houston, TX.
Responsibilities
Typical duties of a new E&P petrophysicist may include:
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Interpreting well log data, obtained from running instruments in a wellbore, to assess the properties of the
penetrated formations for the presence, volume, and production potential of hydrocarbons
Working with analysis of core material (rock samples obtained from the wellbore) to support the interpretation of
the well log data
Developing the well logging program in support of new well drilling
Working with geophysicists to calibrate the response of seismic data with well log data
Performing scoping studies on new exploration, development, or enhanced recovery opportunities
Assessing new technologies with field trials
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Surveillance/monitoring of producing wells and working with production engineers in repair and remediation
recommendations, or in developing new/better completion methods for wells.
Representing the company while working with partners and government representatives.
Required Qualifications
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Legally authorized to work in the United States
Bachelor's degree or higher in Petroleum Engineering or related field
Expected graduation date: Winter 2013 or Spring/Winter 2014
Preferred Qualifications
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Interest in a career in Petrophysics within Exploration & Production
A minimum cumulative and major GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
Previous internships or co-op's in an energy related field
Analytical/technical skills with a practical approach to problem solving
Interpersonal communication, both written & oral presentation skills
Organizational skills - able to prioritize responsibilities
Excellent computer skills
Decision making ability
Focus on results with high levels of initiative
Dependability
Inquisitiveness
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Adaptability
High levels of initiative and energy
Conditions of Employment
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Passing pre-employment medical and drug screens
Presentation of documents establishing identity and U.S. employment eligibility
To apply for this position and be considered for an interview, please complete the following steps:
Go to website http://careers.conocophillips.com/university-recruitment to apply online. Select the “Apply Now” tile for the
University Job Search. Search using the job number or keyword search for the title listed above
• Complete the entire application process
• Attach an electronic copy of your resume
• Attach an electronic copy of your unofficial transcript
• Answer all of the questions associated with the application
• Provide your e-signature
• If ConocoPhillips is interviewing on your campus, you must also register for an interview through your university or
college career services.
ConocoPhillips will conduct on-site interviews at many universities in the U.S. during the Fall of 2013. Please check with
your university career services to find out if and when we will be visiting your campus. You must register with your career
service office and complete your online application prior to the university deadlines in order to be considered for these onsite interviews. If we are not making a site visit to your campus and you are selected for an interview, our recruiters will
contact you directly to make arrangements.
In order to be considered for this position, you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all
prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of December 13, 2013.
Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident,
refugee, asylee or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E,
F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer