Geoscientist - Part of Shell Graduate Programme 2026

JOIN US IN POWERING CHANGEShell is seeking a dedicated and highly-driven graduate geoscientist to join our Exploration, Strategy and Portfolio team in London, UK. Be part of a global energy leader committed to driving sustainable solutions, where your passion for geoscience helps shape a future with cleaner energy.As a Graduate Geoscientist in the EMEA region, you will play a key role in identifying new oil and gas exploration opportunities by analyzing geological and geophysical data. You’ll be responsible for turning early-stage ideas into viable drilling prospects, ensuring that all evaluations meet high technical and safety standards. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you’ll help develop different geological scenarios and contribute to both the technical and commercial success of projects. You’ll report to a Team Lead and be part of a larger regional team, with visibility to senior leaders and projects across areas like Namibia and other heartland regions. While you’ll work independently on your evaluations, collaboration with other disciplines will be essential to delivering integrated project outcomes. Your ability to think both scientifically and commercially will be highly valued, as you support broader team goals beyond exploration.Your work will be used to support project decisions and transfer the information to the customer. You are expected to prepare the work for peer reviews, review technical information in data rooms, contribute to opportunity framing workshops. You are expected to have an external view and be well-aware of latest technological developments. As many projects have both limited data and a short delivery time, ability to high level benchmark opportunities, to place them in a right context is important.You will be expected to take on an active role in the sharing of best practices and you are expected to contribute to Continuous Improvement initiatives. As you will often work in a small team you are required to be able to work independent with limited direct steer. The ability to quickly build networks and perform quick quality/sense checks with peers will help you to provide fit for purpose solutions.WHO ARE YOUYou have a master's or PhD degree in Geology or Geophysics or related disciplineWillingness to develop Exploration/Development experience across the lifecycle of hydrocarbon maturation, including HSSE, project and operational deliveryAbility to integrate and to clearly communicate how multi-discipline and multi-source evaluations are integrated in support of a decision.Demonstration of drive, enthusiasm and can-do attitude. An inspired learner and demonstrates genuine curiosity and enthusiasm.Proven team player who puts team above self.Self-motivated, driven to set their own goals whilst feeling responsible for the delivery performance of all team members.Excellent relationships skills to be further developed through both internal and external relationship management.Encourages experimentation, failing fast and continuous improvement in pursuit of the team goalPrioritizes agility and action over perfection and removes barriers to cross-team collaborationTHE SHELL GRADUATE PROGRAMIt’s a great introduction to the exciting world of Energy and Innovation and a chance for you to gain insights into some of Shell’s most pioneering projects and operations. As part of Shell’s global network of professionals, you'll have the chance to work alongside some of the industry’s leading visionaries and work with cutting-edge technologies.Development – you will have the opportunity to progress globally while developing and diversifying your role to meet your full potentialSupport – you’ll have a strong support network to help you succeed. Supervisors, coaches, mentors, and professional experts will help you monitor and track your progress. You’ll be encouraged to take an innovative approach while developing your skills and technical capabilities.Social and Young Professional Events – Shell organizes many professional events and there are also lots of social events, sports, etc.Helping you prepareWe want you to be at your best when completing the assessments, so here are some top tips and some additional background information that may help you. Ace your application prep by reviewing our application tips.Ready to apply?As one of the most innovative companies in the world, we offer the chance to join our Global gas flooding team taking this journey of discovery, pushing boundaries, and exploring frontiers as we go.Join the Shell Graduate Programme to help achieve the future you envision. Here, the future is yours to make.If you are interested in this role, then apply now by using the 'Apply' button asap!