American Petroleum Institute, Houston Chapter
University of Houston API Houston Chapter
Recruitment, Retention, and a Cultural Bridge with the students at the University of Houston
Concept
American Petroleum Institute, Houston Chapter, associated club at the University of Houston will serve as (1) a direct multi-disciplined recruitment tool for the greater Oil & Gas industry, (2) a positive vehicle to counter the anti Oil & Gas narrative to effect future popular opinion and political policy, and (3) enhance the image of Oil & Gas as a desirable career route across multiple fields for future retention.
Planned Activities
Guest Speakers:
Industry experts and thought-leaders from the most prominent Oil & Gas companies
Industry Tours & Site Visits:
Visits to local refineries, Oil & Gas facilities, & innovation hubs, including demonstrations, workshops, and guided tours. This is a real-world view of technologies and operations
Networking & Career Fair:
Host career fairs, internship opportunities, mixers with industry professionals
Corporate Engagement
Recruitment & Retention
Recruit top talent & encourage a career in Oil & Gas through relationships
Social Responsibility
Showcase environmental clean-ups, STEM education initiatives.
Collaborate with local charities or schools for impactful social initiatives
Workshops
Co-host specialized workshops on emerging trends or technological advancements.
Site Visits
Arrange site visits to corporate facilities or ongoing projects for practical learning
Alumni Involvement
Mentorship & Guidance
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Conduct workshops on data analytics, project management, etc.
Offer sessions on resume building, interview skills, and leadership development
Collaborate with industry mentors for practical insights and guidance
Host alumni meet-ups or industry roundtables to engage with current students.
Invite successful alumni speakers to share experiences and career advice.
Students
Wide Arrange of Academic Disciplines
Students attending the C.T. Bauer College of Business, the Cullen College of Engineering, the College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, the College of Natural Sciences & Mathematics, and the Hobby School of Public Affairs are all encouraged and welcome to join, in addition to any enrolled student at the University of Houston, undergraduate or graduate student.
Be Involved
Join our team as we build and create the University of Houston chapter of the American Petroleum Institute, Houston Chapter