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BP Australia

4.1
  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

BP Australia Graduate Programs & Internships

  • Energy & Utilities

What we do

At bp, we’re reimagining energy for people and our planet. With operations working across almost every part of the energy system, we’re leading the way in reducing carbon emissions and developing more sustainable methods for solving the energy challenge.

But we’re more than a global energy business, we are also a retailer. We bring distinctive offers and rewards to our customers, opening fresh retail sites and introducing new, leading-edge technology to the market. We deliver high-quality fuels and lubricants that take customers where they want to go – our brands span bp Ultimate, Castrol, Air bp and Shipping.

Who we are

We’re a diverse team of engineers, scientists, traders and business professionals determined to find answers to problems that must be solved. But we know we can’t do it alone. We are looking for people who share our passion for reinvention to bring a fresh perspective, and collaborative spirit and challenge our thinking in our ambition to achieve net-zero.

Working across teams and functions, you’ll enjoy access to some of the most talented people in their fields. Equally, you’ll be valued for your skills and expertise. Collective success is rewarded and diversity is highly valued. So we’ll welcome your ideas and opinions, trust you to do your job and treat you with genuine respect and consideration.

Why join us?

bp has a bold new purpose and ambition to achieve #NetZero by 2050, to be wanted instead of just needed and to gain the trust of our global society. As a valued member of our Early Careers Development Program, you will partner with us to shape the future of our organization to achieve these targets.

Our employees are what makes bp great. And we understand that to attract and retain the very best people, we must offer a competitive rewards and benefits package.

When you join bp as an intern, cooperative student or graduate, you’ll benefit from a structured programme of work with real responsibility from day one. You’ll do real work and projects that impact bp, our stakeholders and our customers. The breadth, complexity and value of our organisation mean you’ll get to handle projects that challenge and inspire you. We’ll provide formal and informal training opportunities you need to accelerate your career and build your technical and professional skills.

You’ll experience on-the-job learning, along with developing training to suit your role. And regular one-to-ones will ensure that your development is heading in the right direction.

Plus, there’s a clear network for support and development. Regular interaction with past graduates and bp leaders provides an insight into the various avenues for progression, while our support initiatives ensure everyone is made to feel like a welcomed, valued member of our community.

Additionally, you’ll have access to a highly competitive salary; membership in the bp superannuation plan or a fund of your choice; personal development and training and the opportunity to get involved in a wide range of social activities.

OUR 2025 GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES ARE IN THE BELOW PATHWAYS:

  • bp Customer & Products: Commercial Graduate Programme (Hiring Locations: Perth, Melbourne, Auckland)
  • bp Innovation & Engineering: Digital Graduate Programme (Hiring Location: Melbourne)
  • bp P&O: Health & Safety Graduate Programme (Hiring Location: Melbourne)
  • bp Trading & Shipping Programme (Hiring Location: Melbourne)
  • bp P&O: Engineering (Process & Process Safety) Graduate Programme (Hiring Location: Perth)
  • bp P&O: Engineering (Electrical) Graduate Programme (Hiring Location: Perth)
  • bp P&O: Engineering (Mechanical) Graduate Programme (Hiring Location: Perth)

KEY DATES FOR THE 2025 GRADUATE PROGRAM

  • Applications are will open on 26 February 2024
  • Applications close on 1 April 2024
  • The graduate programme will start in January 2025

To learn more about us, please visit our website.

Recruitment Process

Application Process: 

  • Step 1: global application form and upload CV
  • Step 2: psychometric assessment (online)
  • Step 3: on-demand video interview (online)
  • Step 4: Virtual/F2F Technical Interviews & Assessment Centre 

Please apply as soon as you can as applications are screened on a rolling basis.

About you ​

You are passionate about reimagining energy for people and our planet. You’ll bring well-rounded life experience, and your strong academic results will be supported by some work experience, everything from customer service to industry experience is great! We know you’re early in your career – we don’t expect you to be an expert.

Remuneration & Career Growth

About the program ​

A permanent employee from day one, you’ll be undergoing a world-class 2 or 3 year program with choice, flexibility, and wellbeing at its heart. Our hybrid workplace will enable you to enjoy work-life balance as we place trust in our team to deliver results working from home and the office. 

Our extensive training, personalised learning journeys and career coaching will set you up for a long-lasting career. Our three discipline pathways of Commercial, Sales and Marketing and Digital have been designed as part of bp’s long-term vision to support future renewable energy projects both locally and internationally. 

You’ll enjoy: ​

  • A ‘real job’ with ‘real accountability’ in two diverse role rotations with additional project experiences, tailored to build your capability ​
  • The opportunity to work in different parts of the bp business to build your foundation skills ready for the commencement of the exciting Australia / Asia & Pacific strategic projects & just in time for your next career move
  • An immersive and supportive onboarding program in your first few months provides the opportunity to build strong relationships with your cohort, a buddy to help guide your first weeks & a mentor to help with your long-term career goals
  • Quality formal and informal training and development activities that build your technical and non-technical skillset ​
  • The opportunity to build a strong network of local and international peers, senior leaders and technical experts who will help guide and mentor you through the program & beyond​
  • A competitive salary package, access to fuel discount, bonus and share program.

Graduate Reviews

Overall Score
4.1
Overall score based on 13 reviews
They Score Best in…
9.3
Diversity
8.9
Management
8.7
Work Hours
9.3
Diversity
8.9
Management
8.7
Work Hours
What Graduates Say About Them
  • The exposure to the business is fantastic, as is the ability to grow my skills. Networking opportunities are fantastic.
  • Convenient location, friendly people, nice desk set-ups, free coffee, natural lighting, competitive salary
  • I think the company has a good work-life balance, and they care about you're overall wellbeing.
  • Work-life balance and flexibility in the workplace I am working towards something that I believe in and doing meaningful work. Mentoring and career development opportunities are very abundant. Freedom and trust by managers and experienced no micro-management.
  • Inclusive atmosphere, colleagues that are willing to help and encouraged to solve problems.
  • Nothing really! I would say, though, that the graduate program would be good if it were three years. I am finding that a lot of the graduates below me are grasping an understanding of the business in the first year and then going into their second year and rolling off.
  • A little bit disjointed in the sense that there are people from all over the organization making requests from you via email. I feel that task requests should only really come from the line manager or a member of your appropriate team.
  • Being forced to attend the office 60/40. I enjoy working in the office but would highly prefer this to be a personal decision, not enforced from top-down. Lack of salary transparency.
  • Starting as a graduate, it was challenging when other team members weren't in the office to learn off due to working from home.
  • While it is fantastic that BP is such a large business with many opportunities for growth, that benefit also has a flip side. Working in a diverse business can make it hard to specialize or focus on areas of interest, especially in the early stages of your career. This is due to two factors: 1. People with diverse experience are highly valued, so you are often encouraged to take a generalist approach to your career. 2. It can take time for roles in your desired area to come up.

Jobs & Opportunities

Locations With Jobs & Opportunities
  • Melbourne, Perth, Auckland
Hiring candidates with qualifications in
B
Business & Management
C
Creative Arts
E
Engineering & Mathematics
G
General Skills & Pathways
H
Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences
I
IT & Computer Science
L
Law, Legal Studies & Justice
M
Medical & Health Sciences
P
Property & Built Environment
S
Sciences
Current Jobs & Opportunities

Graduate Job

Perth
We’re helping the world get to net zero with the ambition of being a net zero company by 2050 and our graduates are integral to achieving this.
Applications Close
1 Apr 2024
Start Date
20 Jan 2025
Salary
AUD 71,000 - 77,400 / Year

12% super, 10% bonus at meets expectations, Share match scheme + fuel discount

Graduate Job

Melbourne
We’re helping the world get to net zero with the ambition of being a net zero company by 2050 and our graduates are integral to achieving this.
Applications Close
1 Apr 2024
Start Date
20 Jan 2025
Salary
AUD 71,000 - 77,400 / Year

12% super, 10% bonus at meets expectations, Share match scheme + fuel discount


Graduate Success Stories


  • Graduate stories
I really love my job; I love learning about the green energy space and no day is the same!

Cassidi Woodhouse

  • Graduate stories
I really love my job; I love learning about the green energy space and no day is the same!

Cassidi Woodhouse

  • Graduate stories
Generally, I feel very blessed to work with incredibly intelligent individuals who show a great deal of care for their work and the people that they work with.

Jordan Swire

  • Graduate stories
Generally, I feel very blessed to work with incredibly intelligent individuals who show a great deal of care for their work and the people that they work with.

Jordan Swire

  • Graduate stories
I really love my job; I love learning about the green energy space and no day is the same!

Cassidi Woodhouse

  • Graduate stories
I really love my job; I love learning about the green energy space and no day is the same!

Cassidi Woodhouse

  • Graduate stories
Generally, I feel very blessed to work with incredibly intelligent individuals who show a great deal of care for their work and the people that they work with.

Jordan Swire

  • Graduate stories
Generally, I feel very blessed to work with incredibly intelligent individuals who show a great deal of care for their work and the people that they work with.

Jordan Swire


A Day In The Life Of


  • Day in the life

Neelesh Patil

Neelesh Patil studied Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Commerce and is now a Marketing Coordinator at BP.
  • Day in the life

Neelesh Patil

Neelesh Patil studied Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Commerce and is now a Marketing Coordinator at BP.
  • Day in the life

Anthea Tsaousis

Anthea Tsaousis studied Bachelor of Commerce (Finance & Mktg) and a Diploma of Languages in French and is now a Category Lead 2GO & Restaurant at BP.
  • Day in the life

Anthea Tsaousis

Anthea Tsaousis studied Bachelor of Commerce (Finance & Mktg) and a Diploma of Languages in French and is now a Category Lead 2GO & Restaurant at BP.
  • Day in the life

Neelesh Patil

Neelesh Patil studied Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Commerce and is now a Marketing Coordinator at BP.
  • Day in the life

Neelesh Patil

Neelesh Patil studied Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Commerce and is now a Marketing Coordinator at BP.
  • Day in the life

Anthea Tsaousis

Anthea Tsaousis studied Bachelor of Commerce (Finance & Mktg) and a Diploma of Languages in French and is now a Category Lead 2GO & Restaurant at BP.
  • Day in the life

Anthea Tsaousis

Anthea Tsaousis studied Bachelor of Commerce (Finance & Mktg) and a Diploma of Languages in French and is now a Category Lead 2GO & Restaurant at BP.

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