I completed 2 internships at ETC (geosciences) and should be graduating in the spring. Expecting a letter in the next few days informing me of the hiring decision. If an offer is extended, would you even take it? With the announcement of 6000 more layoffs, would it be wise to move the family to Houston, only to be on the chopping block 3 months after starting?
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OP here, thanks for the replies. those are the types of constructive comments I am looking for.
You're probably safe if you get an offer. You might be short on experienced mentors... there might be some resentment from others that feel you're their replacement
It would be very wise to have them move your family to Houston. Just make sure you're not on the hook to pay them back for the move if THEY let you go within a year. At least you'll be in Houston, which is the right place to be in your field.
Chevron is still hiring just fewer college. It's doubtful that a new hire will be let go quickly unless you suck. New hires are still cheap and the company needs at least a trickle coming in the pipeline.
If you look at many of the leaders now that started in the 80s they all talked about behind hired in the last downturn and seeing people disappear while they are early in their careers. Builds some resiliency.
This is the natural cycle of the business. It pays very well in boom times to make up for the uncertainty of times like these.