Entity:

Technology

Job Family Group:

Research & Technology Group

Job Description:

About bp ​

We bring with us over 100 years of experience steeped in the world of energy. More than a century defined by two core commodities, oil and gas, brings us to a pivotal point where we are transforming from an international oil company producing resources to an integrated energy company delivering solutions for customers. We want to move fast but will do so with real discipline and care – keeping our focus on safety and performance while we transform, delivering long-term value for our stakeholders. Our early career hires help build an agile, innovative, and efficient bp; a purpose-driven, digitally enabled, fully integrated organization.

About the Programme

The One Sciences Early Careers programme creates a pipeline of science talent, positioned to lead bp through the energy transition, to provide reliable, affordable and lower carbon energy to the world and achieve net-zero. The One Science Early Careers programme provides accelerated pathways and develops diverse talent through challenging rotations, a dedicated support network and by creating a toolkit of transferable skills to succeed.

As an Applied Science Engineering graduate, you’ll begin your career by embarking on our world-class One Engineering early careers development programme. This will provide you with the necessary skills and experience to become a fully fledged professional engineer within your chosen domain. You will also work towards professional accreditation with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.

You’ll be expected to work in several technology and engineering focused placements lasting between 9-18 months over a 3-year period. Throughout the programme you will acquire a variety of technical, management and leadership skills through a combination of structured and unstructured learning. Training and development will be managed according to a syllabus encompassing the overarching bp One Engineering programme, Applied Sciences development, and Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) professional engineer competency framework.

Examples of activities you could be involved in include:

• Fundamental research, advanced development and innovation
• Product development
• Data science and application development.
• Physical product testing
• Computer modelling, simulation and statistical analysis
• Product deployment and technical support
• Joint engineering projects

In this role your primary responsibilities will be:

• Adherence to bp’s Code of Conduct and uphold bp’s Value & Behaviours.
• Completion of the Applied Sciences Challenger rotation and training programme.
• Self management of personal and professional competence development across a range of engineering, technology, digital and business fields in accordance with the bp Challenger, One Engineering and Applied Sciences training syllabuses.
• Work towards achieving professional recognition of competence or chartered membership of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.
• Work within secondments to deliver assigned projects and tasks that provide opportunity for personal development, fulfil business needs and help deliver bp’s strategy.
• Develop personal leadership skills and behaviors consistent with becoming a future first level or senior level leader.
• Provide unique insights, innovate and apply thought leadership in areas of academic specialism.
• Act as ambassadors for bp, Applied Sciences and the engineering profession both within and outside of bp.
• Make positive contributions to the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), bp’s business resource groups and the wider community.

You’ll become part of an organization committed to a diverse, energetic and inclusive culture that thrives on open, transparent and constructive feedback. You’ll have a good understanding of scientific and mechanical principles, be dedicated, enthusiastic, committed and a great organizer. From the beginning you’ll be expected to act as a leader, prepared to speak up, and demonstrate a sincere commitment bp’s values.

About you ​

You are passionate about reimagining energy for people and our planet, are committed and adaptable and want to make a difference. You’ll bring well-rounded life experience, and your strong academic results will be supported by some work experience, everything from customer service to industry experience is great!

You’ll have strong organizational skills and the ability to deliver results in a collaborative environment. Your agility to learn and adapt will be key along with the energy, motivation, and ownership to make the most of this fantastic opportunity. You’ll be comfortable making courageous and bold decisions, have digital fluency, a keen eye for analytics and the insights they provide.

We know you’re early in your career – we don’t expect you to be an expert.

To be eligible for One Science Graduate Programme you will:

• To apply for this role, you’ll need a chemistry Master’s degree or above. It would also be expected that you can demonstrate your knowledge and awareness of the industrial manufacturing and transportation sector.
• You’ll also need to be in your final year of study or have graduated less than a year.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel will be added advantage.
• Ability to learn fast, multi-task and self-manage priorities.
• Engaging and collaborative way of working.
• Candidates that can join on 3rd August 2026 only will be considered.

Diversity sits at the heart of our company and as an equal-opportunity employer, we stay true to our mission by ensuring that our place can be anyone's place. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Please note the following when applying:

• You can only apply to 1 bp early careers opportunity globally per academic year – within this time, we will only process the first application you make, and you’ll be withdrawn from any subsequent applications.

• Please note that vacancies are filled on an ongoing basis after opening and we may close applications before any stated deadline. Therefore, we highly recommend you submit your application as early as possible to be considered for the opportunity of your choice.

Travel Requirement

Some travel may be required with this role, this is negotiable

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is not available for remote working

Skills:

Agility core practices, Analytical Thinking, Bioprocess Design, Catalysis (Inactive), Chemical kinetic modelling, Communication, Creativity and Innovation, Curiosity, Experimental Design, Group Problem Solving, Industry technology knowledge, Intellectual Asset Management, Life cycle and circularity, Multi-physics modelling, New process technology scale-up, Novel process development, Pilot and demonstration plant operation, Presenting, Process Safety Engineering, Science and Technology Leadership, Scientific publication, Talent Matching, Technoeconomic evaluation of processes, Thermophysical modelling, Thought Leadership

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.