Early Year Development Programme

The Shearwater Waves Programme is designed to help new starters that are early in their careers transition into the workplace. It works alongside individual technical training and kick starts your career. 

Programme participants could be joining us in a graduate, apprenticeship or entry level role, anywhere in the world and in any of our diverse business lines. It’s a fantastic way to work and collaborate with peers from other divisions and cultures.

What can I expect from the programme?

As a Two-year programme to enhance technical and professional skills, our Waves Programme exist of a Global cohort from different disciplines. In addition to the on-the-job training, our graduate colleagues also get a designated Shearwater mentor and will take part in a collaborative group project.

Who is the programme for?

Whether you are interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, Manufacturing, Corporate Services or Offshore opportunities, there is an exciting role for you at Shearwater. For anyone joining us in a Graduate, Apprenticeship or Entry Level role, you will join the Shearwater Waves Programme.

	Ebitimi Obiri, Processing Geophysicist, UK The Shearwater Waves Programme gave me the opportunity to fully appreciate the diversity in the company and how many little "cogs" in various disciplines are needed to keep the "wheel" running. I got to meet people from various nationalities and have learnt to collaborate with people across time zones.
	Catherine Geary, Processing Geophysicist, UK The Waves Program gave me the space and time to connect with my co-workers, within and outside of my department, at my office location and around the globe! I enjoyed learning about the other roles at Shearwater and I gained a much better understanding of how the company operates.
	James Harris, Processing Geophysicist, UK At Shearwater, the community of colleagues across the globe is highly important to achieve the broad range of actives in Seismic Acquisition. The waves programme is a fantastic opportunity to actively engage with the international community, build strong friendships and work together on projects to enhance the Shearwater Family. I have thoroughly enjoyed expanding my horizons and gain a deep appreciation of how we can overcome challenges.
	Hanisah Muhd Dahalan, HR Administrator, UK A wave of genuine friendships are being creating worldwide. It’s not just about projects, it’s about riding the waves together, supporting one another, and making this journey remarkable.
	Edward Pog, Offshore Observer, UK The Waves Programme facilitates my collaboration and interaction with individuals, hailing from diverse educational backgrounds and occupying various roles within the company. Engaging with this diverse cohort enhances my networking opportunities within the organization and affords me the chance to acquire knowledge spanning multiple disciplines. Being a part of Shearwater provides me with the unique opportunity to operate within a multicultural environment, collaborating with professionals from around the globe who possess extensive expertise and skills.