PhD Early Career Full-Time Opportunities
About Us
For well over a century, ExxonMobil has been at the heart of creating and growing a modern world. We embrace the power and promise of technology, pushing the boundaries of what's possible. For billions around the world, lives are better and last longer because of the innovative problem solving and reliable energy we provide. When it comes to developing industrial solutions to reduce carbon emissions, ExxonMobil is truly the leader. We don't stop at "good enough." We are committed to doing what's right, even if it's difficult or unpopular. We hold ourselves to high standards, challenge what's possible, and invest in innovation to meet society's critical needs. Real change begins with bold questions, drive, and ambition. Here, your talent, determination, and contributions shape how far you'll go and the impact you'll make along the way.
Our future success depends on exceptional people. We invest in developing talent through meaningful work, challenging assignments, mentorship, and experiences that help build the next generation of leaders.
Our Culture
We are uniquely ExxonMobil. Integrity, care, excellence, resilience and courage—these core values determine how we work every day. At ExxonMobil, our values aren't just words—they're how we show up, focused on delivering the right answer, the right way, every day.
About You
We're hiring upcoming or recent graduates for full-time opportunities. If you're currently pursuing or recently obtained a PhD in one of the STEM disciplines below and bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills, we want to hear from you.
- Aerospace Engineering
- Applied and Computational Mathematics
- Applied Physics
- Biostatistics
- Biochemistry
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computational Fluid Dynamics
- Computational Signal Processing
- Computational Toxicology
- Computation
- Computer Science
- Data Science
- Epidemiology
- Geoscience
- Marine/Ocean Engineering
- Materials Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Modeling
- Naval Architect
- Operations Research
- Optimization
- Petroleum Engineering
- Polymer Engineering
- Reservoir Engineering
- Toxicology
Responsibilities
At ExxonMobil, your career is an opportunity for impact and growth, powered by our global scale and inspired by a high-performing team. Here, you'll have the chance to exceed your ambitions and realize your full potential. As an early career PhD hire, you'll join our Early Career Foundation (ECF) program, building advanced technical and leadership capabilities through multiple rotations within your specialty area in your first several years. We don't believe in one-size-fits-all careers. Development is personalized and takes full advantage of opportunities to deepen your expertise while expanding your impact across our company. Your path will be shaped by your interests, strengths, and progression—within the context of business needs and available opportunities.
Working alongside experienced professionals and leaders, you'll contribute to meaningful business outcomes while building the skills and experiences needed for long-term career success.
Work Locations
As a PhD early career hire, you'll be placed at one of our research facilities or operating sites, primarily in the Houston area or at select U.S. locations. Through the ECF program, you may complete multiple assignments at a single location or across multiple locations, depending on development objectives and business needs. Assignments may include, but are not limited to the following locations:
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Baytown, Texas
- Beaumont, Texas
- Houston Area (Spring), Texas (Corporate Headquarters)
- Joliet, Illinois
- Mont Belvieu, Texas
Benefits
Our comprehensive total rewards help you thrive in and out of the office. From day one, you'll receive competitive compensation that reflects the value you bring. Our benefits package includes:
- Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
- Retirement savings with company match
- A pension
- Programs designed to support your financial well-being as you start your career
- Relocation support if you're moving to join us
- Continuous learning opportunities
- Mentorship and professional development resources
We invest in your success, not just in your first role, but across your entire career journey.
Pay
Individual pay will be determined based on various factors including degree/education, discipline, skills, abilities, qualifications, and work experience. For Illinois employment, the expected annual salary range for this position is $135,000 – $155,000 base salary ($/year).