Graduate 2027: Reservoir Engineer

Are you a curious and analytical graduate eager to apply quantitative skills and data insights to real-world subsurface challenges? Join our program and help shape the future of energy as a Reservoir Engineer in an AI-native E&P company.

Need to have

• MSc or equivalent degree in Reservoir Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Energy Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Geoscience with strong quantitative content, or a closely related quantitative discipline.

• Strong foundation in reservoir engineering, fluid flow in porous media, petroleum production, and subsurface uncertainty.

• Comfortable interpreting technical data and adept at numerical or analytical problem-solving.

• Curiosity for complex, real-world operational challenges and connecting data to practical decisions.

Nice to have

• A self-starter who takes ownership of your own learning and development, demonstrating curiosity and a structured approach to problem-solving.

• A collaborative team player who actively shares knowledge and contributes to a shared mission, comfortable breaking down complex problems and asking thoughtful questions.

• An adaptable mindset, open to working across a wide range of technical disciplines and comfortable with uncertainty and incomplete information.

• A drive to continuously improve processes, questioning the status quo to find better solutions, particularly through digital tools and scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, Excel/VBA).

• Clear and concise communication skills, ready to engage with teams in the office and where applicable, with offshore teams.

• Experience with internships, summer jobs, thesis work, or research related to reservoir engineering, field development, production optimisation, or data analysis.

About the job

This is not just a graduate program; it's the start of your journey to help redefine a major industrial company. As a Reservoir Engineer in our 2027 Graduate Program, you will be at the forefront of Aker BP's ambition to become the world's first AI-native E&P company. Through a series of rotations, you will develop the skills to handle complex technical problems and contribute to our goal of a 3x productivity improvement.

• Rotational learning
  Rotate through diverse Reservoir Engineering disciplines to gain a holistic understanding of the subsurface value chain, supporting reservoir studies and model preparation.

• Data & AI application
  Apply data analysis, scripting (e.g., Python), and AI tools to solve tangible technical problems in reservoir performance, surveillance, and management.

• Multidisciplinary collaboration
  Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (geoscience, drilling, production) to plan and execute field development and production optimization projects, documenting assumptions and performing technical analyses.

• Task ownership
  Take ownership of well-defined tasks like data preparation, routine analyses, and presentation material, supporting senior engineers on larger technical decisions.

• Productivity & Innovation
  Actively contribute to our 3x productivity ambition by identifying and implementing improvement opportunities in reservoir management through technical insight and innovative solutions.

Your journey in Reservoir Engineering

This isn't a narrow specialization. You'll gain a holistic view by rotating through the core disciplines that drive our subsurface operations, from initial characterization to long-term production strategies.

• Reservoir simulation & Modeling
  Learn to develop and utilize models to predict reservoir behavior and optimize recovery, including running model cases and interpreting results.

• Production optimization
  Master techniques for maximizing hydrocarbon recovery and efficiency, and contribute to field development and infill well evaluations.

• Subsurface data analysis & AI
  Explore advanced data analytics, scripting (e.g., Python), and AI applications for reservoir characterization, surveillance, and forecasting.

• Field development planning
  Understand the strategic planning of new fields and infill wells for long-term value, supporting multidisciplinary discussions.

• Uncertainty quantification
  Learn to assess and manage geological and reservoir uncertainties in decision-making, working with incomplete information.

• Reservoir excellence & AI
  Work with our digital teams to deploy AI and improve how we work in reservoir management, focusing on efficiency and innovation.

What we offer

• Professional development
  We are committed to providing graduates with varied experience and enhancing your expertise, helping you build a strong CV for the future.

• Competitive compensation
  We offer a competitive salary, an opportunity to earn bonuses, a share savings programme, and a solid pension scheme.

• Work-life balance
  We value good health and work-life balance, offering good cafeterias, work-out facilities, and flexibility in working hours and location to support your graduate journey.

• Employee well-being
  We ensure you get support from our company health service and insurance programmes should anything happen.

• Diverse & Inclusive environment
  We are convinced diversity is important for success, and everyone should feel involved, included, and respected. Our offices are designed to be universally accessible for all.

• Young professional network
  Access to a vibrant network of peers and mentors to support your career growth and integration.

Our culture & vision

• SAFER values
  Our foundation is built on being Seekers, Accountable, Foreseeable, Engaged, and Respectful in everything we do.

• AI-first mindset
  We are an AI-first company, committed to leading our industry in AI adoption and unlocking its transformative power.

• ONETEAM culture
  Cooperation is at our core; working with us means being part of our collaborative 'ONETEAM' culture.

• Safety priority
  We put safety first in all operations and expect the same commitment from every team member.

Locations: Trondheim, Oslo, Stavanger and Harstad

Application process

Application deadline: 23.08.2026

If you are currently enrolled in a master’s program, you can send a preliminary grade transcript. 

Background checks will be performed, following consent from relevant candidates. Furthermore, an assessment of affiliation to high-risk countries is carried out as part of the recruitment process for all positions in Aker BP.

Contact information: Recruitment@akerbp.com

About Aker BP

Our offering

As a graduate at Aker BP, you will have an unique opportunity to launch your career in a highly skilled environment with significant impact. You will join a company at the forefront of digitalisation, actively leveraging AI and new technologies to develop smarter ways of working and shape the future of energy.

Through our structured graduate programme, you will work closely with experienced professionals, take ownership of real-world challenges, and contribute to meaningful projects. We believe AI will transform how we work, make decisions, and create value and we want our graduates to be part of driving this transformation.

We are looking for curious, motivated, and eager-to-learn individuals who want to challenge established ways of working and help shape how people and technology create value together in the future.

Aker BP uses AI-assisted review as part of the recruitment process. AI is used to structure and summarise information – all decisions are made by people. Please ensure that the documentation you submit only contains personal data that is necessary and relevant for assessing your qualifications and for completing the recruitment process. Do not include or share personal data that is not relevant, or that Aker BP does not need to access or process.