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Woodside Energy

3.8
  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

Woodside Energy Graduate Programs & Internships

  • Mining, Oil & Gas

The Woodside Energy Story 

Woodside Energy pioneered the development of the LNG industry in Australia and continues to apply their pioneering spirit to future energy challenges. With a focus on LNG and a global market share of 5%, they are helping to improve air quality and support decarbonization. The company is committed to reducing its net emissions to achieve net zero by 2050 and is using technology and innovation to grow their carbon and new energy businesses. Woodside Energy values their diverse, high-performing workforce and prioritizes enduring relationships with communities for social performance. With over 65 years of experience, Woodside Energy is a trusted partner for the future of sustainable energy

The Culture 

Woodside Energy values their inclusive, high-performing culture and offers pathways to leadership, growth, and achievement for all backgrounds. 

With clearly outlined learning programs, policies, frameworks, competencies, and development tools, individuals can build on their strengths and create their future. 

The company prioritizes attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse and high-performing workforce. Woodside Energy's fundamental values include 

One Team, We Care, Innovate Every Day, Results Matter, and Build and Maintain Trust..

The Vibe of the Place

Woodside Energy prioritizes health and safety, integrity, respect, social responsibility, teamwork, and results. 

The company has five diversity network groups dedicated to building inclusion and increasing trust, respect, and belonging in the workplace. 

Woodside Energy's Perth headquarters has an open internal staircase connecting all floors, with each floor named after a Noongar season. 

We offer competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and a healthy work-life balance for those looking to join an industry-leading employer.

Recruitment Process

  1. Online application
  2. Online abilities test
  3. Emotional intelligence testing
  4. Video interview
  5. Comprehensive vetting (National criminal record check, Sanctions check, Academic record/qualification check, Drug and alcohol screen

Applications open to:

  1. Australian or New Zealand citizens
  2. Permanent residents
  3. International students currently studying in Australia

Woodside Energy accepts applications from grads of most disciplines

Remuneration & Career Growth

Summer Vacation Program 

This program provides you with the ability to experience first-hand what it is like to work at a global energy company prior to graduation.

You will also gain an insight into working within an innovative and dynamic, multi-disciplined organisation.

Our 12-week program provides you with:

  • The chance to be assessed for a position on our Graduate Development Program
  • Insight into our culture and exposure to our top professionals.
  • Valuable and extensive on the job work experience
  • Practical experience to build on your theoretical knowledge
  • The support of a graduate buddy and your supervisor

The Graduate Development Program 

  • Woodside Energy's three-year graduate program offers rotational placements across different business areas
  • Graduates will work with experts in new technologies to challenge their critical thinking abilities and accelerate their learning
  • The program includes one-on-one leadership support with a personal mentor and opportunities to build meaningful relationships with leaders and experts in the industry
  • Professional development in technical and business skills is provided to expose graduates to best practices, emerging ideas, and future trends
  • The program emphasizes the importance of inclusion and diversity in the workplace
  • Woodside Energy offers competitive salary packages to attract and retain a diverse, high-performing workforce.
  • Woodside Energy offers a competitive salary package starting at $100,000 graduates in their three-year program.
  • Pay progression opportunities are provided throughout the program and upon successful completion.
  • Graduates will have access to a range of career pathways and opportunities after completing the program, with support from the company.
  • We are focused on building future leaders & technical experts

Graduate Reviews

Overall Score
3.8
Overall score based on 60 reviews
They Score Best in…
8.7
Diversity
9.4
Office Work Environment
8.5
Salary
8.2
Work Hours
What Graduates Say About Them
  • Opportunity, Experience, Reward
  • Inclusive Environment
  • Flexible Working
  • Career Progression
  • Workplace culture, learning and development opportunities, employee support.
  • Difficulty to move overseas with company
  • The negative stigma and media attention
  • Too many changes.
  • Lack of training and development in core discipline (not soft) skills.
  • Big company processes and as an engineer, it is not very technical.

Jobs & Opportunities

Locations With Jobs & Opportunities
  • Perth, Western Australia with some site based rotational opportunities available in Karratha, Western Australia.
Hiring candidates with qualifications in
B
Business & Management
E
Engineering & Mathematics
H
Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences
I
IT & Computer Science
S
Sciences
T
Trades & Services
Current Jobs & Opportunities

Graduate Job or Program

Perth, WA
Salary
AUD 100,000 - 105,000 / Year

plus super, bonus, flexible working, amazing offices, and much more

Opening in 5 months

Internship, Clerkship or Placement

Perth, WA
Salary
AUD 50,000 - 60,000 / Year

pro-rated for the internship period


Graduate Success Stories


  • Graduate stories

John Tawo

Pluto Expansion Logistics Lead at Woodside Energy

Bachelor of Business Information Systems at Curtin University

  • Graduate stories

Deanna Catina

Finance Graduate at Woodside Energy

Bachelor of Commerce at Curtin University


A Day In The Life Of


  • Day in the life

Lance Villanueva

Finance Graduate at Woodside Energy

  • Day in the life

Michael Appoloni

Graduate New Energy Engineer at Woodside Energy

Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours) at Curtin University


Videos


Woodside Summer Vacation Program

Bright minds challenge us to be better. Be part of the energy solution through our graduate and summer vacation programs.

This is Woodside Energy

In June 2022, Woodside and BHP Petroleum merged to create a new chapter as a global energy company. Together we are building a better future.

Upcoming Events


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