Talking Point:
As illustrated in this slide from Dr. John Kaldi of the Australian School of Petroleum, technical work throughout the petroleum industry is now conducted by multidisciplinary teams in a collaborative environment. Workstations may be located in individual offices or cubicles or in common areas, but the emphasis is on communication and collaboration. A well recommendation may be a joint project involving a geologist, geophysicist, reservoir engineer, and drilling engineer. To facilitate the process, many companies provide “visualization rooms” or “collaboration centers” with projection equipment and access to all geological, geophysical, and engineering data. Teamwork and communication skills are as critical to success as technical expertise in this environment.
We have covered the basic skills that employers seek in new hires. Next, let’s look at how you can direct yourself into an exciting and rewarding career in geoscience.
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