bp Customer & Products: Perth Commercial Graduate Programme (2024)

Be part of reimaging energy 

At bp, we have one thing on our mind – the energy of tomorrow. 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. As future leaders and technical experts, we need fresh thinking, curiosity, and a solution focus mindset to reimagine energy. That’s where you come in! ​

​About bp ​

We bring with us over 100 years of experience steeped in the world of energy. More than a century defined by two core commodities, oil and gas, brings us to a pivotal point where we are transforming from an international oil company producing resources to an integrated energy company delivering solutions for customers. We want to move fast but will do so with real discipline and care – keeping our focus on safety and performance while we transform, delivering long-term value for our stakeholders. Our graduates help build an agile, innovative, and efficient bp; a purpose-driven, digitally enabled, fully integrated organization. 

We believe that on our best day we’re purposeful, we play to win, and we care. It’s who we are. ​

​About the programme​

A permanent employee from day one, you’ll be undergoing a world-class 3-year programme 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, personalized learning journeys and career coaching will set you up for a long-lasting career. Our early careers programmes 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 programme in your first few months providing 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 programme & beyond​
• A competitive salary package, access to fuel discount, bonus and share programme.

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As a Commercial graduate you ... 

• Enjoy problem solving – in life, you use your analytical skills and love of numbers to identify solutions, finding value and cost savings
• Have a natural negotiation style and ability to maintain strong relationships
• Have an eye for data & analytics and enjoy the insights they provide 
• A fast thinker who is comfortable making courageous and bold decisions 
• Have a resilient mindset and ability to deliver results in a fast-paced, sometimes ambiguous environments 
• Commercial awareness: economic modeling, cost modeling, business case development, project management (desirable)

Our previous commercial graduates are now in all parts of the bp business. Some examples of the varied positions some of them are in now: Asset Economist, Business Advisor, Commercial Development Manager, Commercial Sales Manager, Finance Analyst, Products Trader, Optimization Analyst, Strategy Analyst, Procurement Analyst, Business Development Analyst.

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.

To be eligible for this programme you are: ​​

• In your final year of study or graduated in the last 12 months
• It’s likely you’re studying a degree in Commerce or business – and very desirable if you are studying a double degree in Commerce/Business and Science/Engineering 
• An Australian/New Zealand citizenship or permanent resident​

To apply, click here.

Opportunities are available in our Perth office. 

Applications will close on 13 August 2023 (mid night)

Please note that vacancies are filled on an ongoing basis after opening and we may close applications before the stated deadline. Therefore, we highly recommend you submit your application as early as possible to be considered for the opportunity of your choice.

To find out more about us, please click here.