GRADUATES RETURN FOR EXXON MOBIL ROADSHOW

By Lucy KOPANA

The Papua New Guinea University of Technology is in the business of producing world class technocrats for the real world, and the thousands of graduates now working in various industries is a testament to the university’s vision.

Last month a team from Exxon Mobil visited the university campus to stage their annual recruitment roadshow, and several of the presenters were former students of PNGUoT. They shared their experiences about Exxon Mobil as an employer, and the opportunities they have had since joining the organisation.
“It was so wonderful to see how excited everyone was. Everyone was lining up 30 minutes before the program started. The students also showed interest in learning about the Oil & Gas industry, which led to great engagement and questions being asked.” – Brian Wala, BECV 2022.
“Every time I go back to Unitech, it takes me right back to when I was there, instead this time I am on the other side. I have gained so much growth and knowledge within the Oil & Gas Industry in my time here, and I could see how eager the students were to learn what it is we actually do, and how we do it.” – Eileen Rawali, BEME 2020.

The Roadshow was attended by more than 400 students aimed at helping them to understand Exxon Mobil and its LNG operations, and how the company contributes to Papua New Guinea. The presenters highlighted the different sections of engineering; how each area plays and important role in the entire operation, and how students can be able to apply for the company’s graduate programs.

Exxon Mobil’s PNG Operations Technical Manager, Nick Pearce said ExxonMobil PNG values high standards and an attitude to listen, learn, and adapt, and that is what they look for in applicants. “We are looking for capable, highly innovative students who display initiative, drive, team work and willingness to take on challenging real world assignments that make a difference.”
“To prepare our employees, we provide technical trainings on-the-job, as well as classroom-style trainings in various locations to develop employees technical and soft skills.”

Mr. Pearce added that PNGUoT and Exxon Mobil have a long history, and maintaining that relationship is important to ensure that the company continues to recruit bright talents.

“Working together, we can grow and develop future generations of engineers for PNG.”

There are currently over a 100 PNGUoT graduates working at the Exxon Mobil.