The 20 Best Oil & Energy Companies to Work For As Rated by the Women Who Work There (August 2020)
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InHerSight's list of the best oil & energy companies for women is based on millions of anonymous employer ratings and reviews from working women. Oil & Energy companies on this list have been rated by 10 or more participants as of August 1, 2020. Rate your company ›
The 20 best oil & energy companies to work for
1. IGS
3.8 stars
IGS is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Dublin, OH area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.5 stars) and paid time off (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for IGS:
"I loved that there were women board members and they provided access to a leadership program called Leadercast. The benefits are great but you are truly blown away by the culture …"
2. ConocoPhillips
3.6 stars
ConocoPhillips is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Bartlesville, OK area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.5 stars) and salary satisfaction (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for ConocoPhillips:
"Valuing all people is part of our SPIRIT values and I can attest that Conocophillips stands by that value!"
3. GE Oil & Gas
3.3 stars
GE Oil & Gas is an oil & energy company headquartered in the London, United Kingdom area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.1 stars) and employer responsiveness (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for GE Oil & Gas:
"Summary: Generally, GE's company culture treats all employees based on merit, and succeeds in being fairly equal, supportive, & flexible (with the exception of some individuals). …"
4. Chesapeake Energy
3.3 stars
Chesapeake Energy is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Oklahoma City, OK area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.5 stars) and family growth support (4.1 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Chesapeake Energy:
"Chesapeake is a wonderful place to work!!"
5. Anadarko Petroleum Corporation
3.2 stars
Anadarko Petroleum Corporation is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Denver, CO area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.9 stars) and salary satisfaction (4.2 stars).
6. ExxonMobil
3.2 stars
ExxonMobil is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Irving, TX area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (3.5 stars) and wellness initiatives (3.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for ExxonMobil:
"I’ve truly been amazed at how well the company cares for its people. With my first baby, I had the option for up to 10 months off, no questions asked. Everyone was so supportive, …"
7. British Petroleum (BP)
3.2 stars
British Petroleum (BP) is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Houston, TX area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (3.6 stars) and wellness initiatives (3.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for British Petroleum (BP):
"Greatest company i ever worked for bensfits are great treated like a human being not just like an employee"
8. Shell
3.2 stars
Shell is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Chennai area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (3.8 stars) and management opportunities (3.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Shell:
"Shell offers 16 weeks of fully paid maternity leave (and 8 weeks fully paid parental leave for the non-birthing parent) as a global minimum standard. The company also has a very a…"
9. Marathon Petroleum Corporation
3.1 stars
Marathon Petroleum Corporation is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Findlay, OH area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for salary satisfaction (3.9 stars) and paid time off (3.8 stars).
10. Ecova
3.1 stars
Ecova is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Spokane, WA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.1 stars) and ability to telecommute (3.9 stars).
11. Chevron
3.1 stars
Chevron is an oil & energy company headquartered in the San Ramon, CA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (3.6 stars) and wellness initiatives (3.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Chevron:
"Chevron is a great company to work for. As a female engineer, I've always felt respected and held to the same standards as the men. They truly prioritize diversity and inclusion. …"
12. Schlumberger
3.0 stars
Schlumberger is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Ardmore, OK area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (3.6 stars) and paid time off (3.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Schlumberger:
"I've been with SLB for 9 years and have had 2 children during that time. In that time I've had many opportunities for promotions, have been rewarded for hard work, have had positi…"
13. Amec Foster Wheeler
2.9 stars
Amec Foster Wheeler is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Albany, GA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for flexible work hours (4.1 stars) and paid time off (3.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Amec Foster Wheeler:
"Very family friendly. Flexible schedules with telecommuting. High proportion of women in STEM positions. Some female management. I have never been.sexually harassed at this workpl…"
14. NRG Energy
2.9 stars
NRG Energy is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Houston, TX area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (3.6 stars) and the people you work with (3.5 stars).
15. CLEAResult
2.9 stars
CLEAResult is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Austin, TX area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (3.9 stars) and flexible work hours (3.8 stars).
16. HPE
2.9 stars
HPE is an oil & energy company that employs 11 to 50 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (3.9 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (3.8 stars).
17. DrillingInfo
2.9 stars
DrillingInfo is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Austin, TX area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.2 stars) and flexible work hours (3.8 stars).
18. Baker Hughes Incorporated
2.8 stars
Baker Hughes Incorporated is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Houston, TX area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (3.6 stars) and salary satisfaction (3.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Baker Hughes Incorporated:
"Great opportunities for growth. Very diverse and interested in everyone's input."
19. Marathon Oil Corporation
2.7 stars
Marathon Oil Corporation is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Houston, TX area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.1 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (3.2 stars).
20. Phillips 66
2.7 stars
Phillips 66 is an oil & energy company headquartered in the Houston, TX area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (3.4 stars) and paid time off (3.4 stars).
Companies with ratings and reviews from at least 10 current or former US-based employees are eligible for this list. Company ratings accurate as of August 1, 2020.