Shell Nigeria's Technical Graduate Trainee scheme offers you the opportunity to benefit from a year's intensive training covering a variety of practical projects, with structured assessment and appraisals. During your training Shell will provide you with a state-of-the-art learning environment and comfortable accommodation. The training can also help prepare you for further qualification such as an MSc
Once you've completed the programme successfully, you'll take on your first job assignment in Field Engineering, Production Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Well Engineering or Geosciences. With the support of an experienced mentor, you'll have opportunities to contribute to the business and advance your career from your very first day on the job. And you'll enjoy a benefits package that ranks among the best in the industry.

WHAT IS SHELL LOOKING FOR IN YOU

To be considered, you should have a good academic record, ideally with a minimum 2.2 degree in one of the following Engineering disciplines: Petroleum, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical/Electronics, Software and Civil Material/Metallurgical. Alternatively you could have a degree in Geology, Geophysics, Physics or Mathematics.

You need to have graduated within the last three years (five years if you hold a post graduate degree), and should have completed your NYSC on or before 1st September, 2008. You'll also need at least five credits at GCE O'level (or equivalent), including Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English language obtained in not more than two sittings.


HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please follow these simple steps:

Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited (MPN) is a subsidiary of Exxon Mobil Corporation and one of the largest oil producers in Nigeria. With a long and established history of operations, the company’s oil & natural gas production activities is a major source of revenue for the Nigerian government and economy.

As a result of organizational growth and the associated opportunities within the Geoscience function, career opportunities exist for ambitious and results oriented individuals

We are recruiting superior caliber Trainee Geoscientists & Experienced/Specialist Geoscience professionals with the highest standards of integrity, capacity for hard work, ability to build strong working relationships and effectively interact in a multi-cultural environment

TRAINEE GEOSCIENTIST
The successful candidate must have clear understanding of basic Geoscience concepts and principles as well as be self motivated with the ability to make effective individual contributions within a functional team. No previous experience required, but demonstrated ability to learn and integrate quickly is an advantage
The Ideal candidate must fit the following profile
MSC degree in Geoscience (Geology or Geophysics) Candidates expecting to obtain a Masters Degree by October 2008 may also apply
BSc with a minimum of second class upper in geoscience (geology or geophysics) and possess NYSC discharge or exemption certificate
The successful candidates will undergo an 2-3 years training program in various geoscience skill areas. The training will be on the job and will prepare the individuals for assignments in any designated aspect of petroleum exploration and production anywhere in Nigeria

EXPERIENCED/SPECIALIST GEOSCIENTIST
The successful candidate must demonstrate strong technical competencies, possess the ability to communicate effectively and be expected to set and meet high standards
The ideal candidate must fit the profile;
MSc degree in Geoscience (Geology or Geophysics) with a minimum second class upper BSc degree
Competent/Expert skill in formation evaluation or Geophysical Applications
A minimum of 5 continuous years of relevant industry experience
Must possess NYSC discharge certificate or exemption certificate
The candidate must be able to independently interpret and integrate geophysical, geological, petrophysical and engineering data in order to optimize well locations and maximize assets. Experience in 3D seismic interpretation (Unix workstation) is therefore a pre-requisite

REMUNERATION & CAREER:
This position offers excellent career opportunities and attracts competitive compensation and benefits package commensurate with what is obtainable in the Upstream Oil & Gas industry

METHOD OF APPLICATION
If you meet the requirements listed for this position and you are interested in pursuing a career with our company, please visit
http://www.exxonmobilafrica.com/Africa-English/PA/Operations/AF_OP_Nigeria_Jobs.asp
to submit your application and upload your CV. All Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications online
DEADLINE - 22nd January 2008
Applicants are hereby advised to submit only one application, as multiple applications may result in disqualification