Entry Level Petroleum Geologist Jobs

New grad petroleum geologist jobs attract recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a focused portfolio of subsurface mapping projects can outweigh a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like Jobot, The University of Texas at Austin, and University of Wyoming hiring at this level now.

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Open roles6
Top stateTexas
Top employerJobot
Top cityAustin, TX
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Lecturer, Assistant - Energy & Petroleum Engineering
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Lecturer, Assistant - Energy & Petroleum Engineering
University of Wyoming
Laramie, Wyoming
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Research & Academia
Doctorate in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Petroleum Engineer
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Petroleum Engineer
Jobot
Oil Center, New Mexico
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Petroleum Engineering
$150k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Petroleum Engineer
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Petroleum Engineer
Jobot
Woodward, Oklahoma
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Petroleum Engineering
$150k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Petroleum Engineer
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Petroleum Engineer
Jobot
Perryton, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Petroleum Engineering
$150k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Postdoctoral Fellow, Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering, Cockrell School of Engineering
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Postdoctoral Fellow, Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering, Cockrell School of Engineering
The University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Laboratory Research
Engineering (Non-Software)
Petroleum Engineering
On-Site
Doctorate

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Entry Level Petroleum Geologist Job Market

Who's Hiring

Jobot3 open roles
The University of Texas at Austin2 open roles
University of Wyoming1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Staffing & Recruiting

Entry Level Petroleum Geologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level petroleum geologist job?

Entry level petroleum geologist roles typically look for a geoscience or related degree, hands-on experience from internships or field courses, and familiarity with industry software like Petrel or Kingdom. Candidates who can demonstrate subsurface mapping, well log interpretation, or seismic data work in a portfolio or senior thesis stand out. Targeting smaller independents and service companies alongside majors broadens your options early in your career.

Which companies hire entry level petroleum geologists?

Companies hiring entry level petroleum geologists right now include Jobot, The University of Texas at Austin, and University of Wyoming, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, you'll find a mix of major operators, independent exploration and production companies, and oilfield service firms, all of which regularly bring on new graduates to support exploration, drilling, and reservoir teams.

Are there remote entry level petroleum geologist jobs?

Yes, though most entry level petroleum geologist roles require on-site or fieldwork presence. About 0% of entry level petroleum geologist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to focus on data interpretation, geologic modeling, or technical reporting rather than hands-on well-site work. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate helps you find which openings match your preference.

Are these new grad petroleum geologist jobs?

Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior petroleum geologist roles. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes candidates with zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or co-ops in place of full-time history, and values a strong academic project or portfolio over an extensive resume. Look for language like 'entry level,' 'new grad,' or 'junior geologist' in the job description to confirm the experience expectation.

Which industries hire the most entry level petroleum geologists?

Entry Level petroleum geologist roles concentrate in Education and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on a steady pipeline of early-career geoscientists to support exploration programs, subsurface data analysis, and field operations as senior geologists mentor new talent.