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A lot of Nigerian graduates hold a common belief about the oil & gas industry:
“If you don’t have connections, you might as well forget it.”

But that story is starting to shift.
In the past 18 months, a number of young Nigerians have quietly made their way into the oil & gas sector without any influential backers, without a decade of experience, and without political connections.

Take Peter, for instance. He’s a Mechanical Engineering graduate who wrapped up his NYSC in 2023. After 11 months of focused applications and enhancing his certifications, he secured a contract role with a servicing company, raking in over ₦750,000 a month offshore.

Then there’s Ada, who studied Microbiology—not engineering or anything petroleum-related. She’s now thriving in HSE compliance for a midstream firm in Port Harcourt.
According to recruiters we chatted with, the key factor wasn’t “connections.”

It was all about positioning. What They Did Differently!

They didn’t just send out a bunch of applications randomly. They didn’t rely on generic CVs.

Instead, they targeted specific companies with clear entry pathways. They grasped the ins and outs of contract opportunities.

They strategically positioned their certifications.

One recruiter pointed out: “Most candidates apply without a plan. The few who understand how hiring really works stand out right away.”

Sure, the oil & gas sector is competitive. But it’s not as out of reach as many people think.

There’s a roadmap available—but most folks are just guessing.
After examining successful entry stories and looking at hiring trends across various firms, I’ve put together a practical guide on what truly works for Nigerians aiming to break into the industry today.

If you’re serious about making your mark in oil & gas without relying on luck or connections, feel free to send me a DM. I’d be happy to share more insights!

Not all jobs depend on connections, or the poor would never get jobs.

Many times, companies do want competent and qualified people for jobs, and not just crony based hiring.

Thats why companies only hire those with a 2:1 or higher. Thats why an ICAN or masters can open up for you or how many years of experience.

A class mate of mine who was from an humble background got work in an oil company after graduation.

My instinct told me you aren't real.

Working towards the bid of scamming people.

Be advised and warned.

qleap2all:
A lot of Nigerian graduates hold a common belief about the oil & gas industry:
“If you don’t have connections, you might as well forget it.”

But that story is starting to shift.
In the past 18 months, a number of young Nigerians have quietly made their way into the oil & gas sector without any influential backers, without a decade of experience, and without political connections.

Yes, one can get into the oil and gas sector without connection but one must have the right information and expert guide

Take Peter, for instance. He’s a Mechanical Engineering graduate who wrapped up his NYSC in 2023. After 11 months of focused applications and enhancing his certifications, he secured a contract role with a servicing company, raking in over ₦750,000 a month offshore.

Then there’s Ada, who studied Microbiology—not engineering or anything petroleum-related. She’s now thriving in HSE compliance for a midstream firm in Port Harcourt.
According to recruiters we chatted with, the key factor wasn’t “connections.”

It was all about positioning. What They Did Differently!

They didn’t just send out a bunch of applications randomly. They didn’t rely on generic CVs.

Instead, they targeted specific companies with clear entry pathways. They grasped the ins and outs of contract opportunities.

They strategically positioned their certifications.

One recruiter pointed out: “Most candidates apply without a plan. The few who understand how hiring really works stand out right away.”

Sure, the oil & gas sector is competitive. But it’s not as out of reach as many people think.

There’s a roadmap available—but most folks are just guessing.
After examining successful entry stories and looking at hiring trends across various firms, I’ve put together a practical guide on what truly works for Nigerians aiming to break into the industry today.

If you’re serious about making your mark in oil & gas without relying on luck or connections, feel free to send me a DM. I’d be happy to share more insights!

Yes one can get into the oil and gas sector without connection but requires having the right information and expert advice or guide. Thanks, for the enlightenment.

grandstar:
Not all jobs depend on connections, or the poor would never get jobs.

Many times, companies do want competent and qualified people for jobs, and not just crony based hiring.

Thats why companies only hire those with a 2:1 or higher. Thats why an ICAN or masters can open up for you or how many years of experience.

A class mate of mine who was from an humble background got work in an oil company after graduation.

You're correct, remember when I was invited for an aptitude test by Chevron Texaco after NYSC around 2005 ,I tried contacting someone i knew but he said-if I have all what required, I will get in. I study statistics, during interview they were asking for some industry qualifications/certifications ,which I don't have in a compliance role!

Filipy:
My instinct told me you aren't real.

Working towards the bid if scamming people.

Be advised and warned.

Is it because of asking for DM?
I actually followed him, because of my experiences, seems he's a #career-coach !

NewHe:
Yes one can get into the oil and gas sector without connection but requires having the right information and expert advice or guide. Thanks, for the enlightenment.

That's correct, but more importantly don't apply blindly and most jobs aren't advertise publicly !

grandstar:
Not all jobs depend on connections, or the poor would never get jobs.

Many times, companies do want competent and qualified people for jobs, and not just crony based hiring.

Thats why companies only hire those with a 2:1 or higher. Thats why an ICAN or masters can open up for you or how many years of experience.

A class mate of mine who was from an humble background got work in an oil company after graduation.

Intresting! How did he scaled in? I meant this is Nigeria!

Filipy:
My instinct told me you aren't real.

Working towards the bid if scamming people.

Be advised and warned.

Very amusing! Should everything be scam? That's how pessimists got confused and misses out.
#careerdevelopment!

Lol... New format.

All the best to the greedy mofos that fall for this cheap scam.

qleap2all:
Very amusing! Should everything be scam? That's how pessimists got confused and misses out.
#careerdevelopment!

Humm, Career Coach indeed.

See you. Only greedy people will fall for such scam

Make una fear God o, what goes around...........

Filipy:
Humm, Career Coach indeed.

See you. Only greedy people will fall for such scam

Make una fear God o, what goes around...........

I checked through your profile, I now realized where you are coming from and where you stand.
Greedy people, as how? Everyone cannot be like you
You are likely to be expose soon!

erad:
Lol... New format.

All the best to the greedy mofos that fall for this cheap scam.

How is it a scam, please?

qleap2all:
How is it a scam, please?

Why exactly do people need to send you a DM?

erad:
Why exactly do people need to send you a DM?

Serious ,ambitious and focused people do. Thank you

qleap2all:
Serious ,ambitious and focused people do. Thank you

Lol...

All the attributes of the perfect mark.

qleap2all:
I checked through your profile, I now realized where you are coming from and where you stand.
Greedy people, as how? Everyone cannot be like you
You are likely to be expose soon!

A clean conscience needs no accusation.

You are the one exposing yasef to stupidity.

I am a perfect strong Top notch career person and not like you.

You are pained because I dug out ya proposed scamming clue.

#Why should people send you DM as demanded by you ?

Filipy:
A clean conscience needs no accusation.

You are the one exposing yasef to stupidity.

I am a perfect strong Top notch career person and not like you.

You are pained because I dug out ya proposed scamming clue.

#Why should people send you DM as demanded by you ?

Exposed indeed, check the attached image. We know your type!