How do I get an entry level job on an offshore oil rig?

Here's the deal on entry level jobs on an off shore rig- 90% of the hireing is done on the recommendation by one of the employees that is already employed there. for instance when some one is needed, an employee will recommend his friend, kinfolk, or in-law for the job- They usually get hired- not all jobs are this way, but most are. Talk to the people you may know that is employed by the oil companies and ask them if they need anyone, and if they do, you need a job.How do I get an entry level job on an offshore oil rig?
Call Discovery channel and pitch them a new reality show. They'll film the whole thing, youll be famous, and they'll find you a job.





Other than that there are some websites, where you can post your resume- not worth it for entry level though- best bet is to call human resources at a major oil company- or call the local government of the place you want to work. Just showing up is the best bet- bring enough cash to live for a few weeks without work- most places like that have hostel type places where you can live for 15-50 dollars a night.How do I get an entry level job on an offshore oil rig?
It depends on what education you have. Several here in Norway are looking for people with backgrounds in geology, management, and all kinds of engineering.





Here are some links that you may find helpful:





http://www.statoilhydro.com/en/careers/p鈥?/a>


http://www.shell.us/views/jobseekers.htm鈥?/a>


http://oiljobs.com/


http://www.bp.com/genericsection.do?cate鈥?/a>


http://www.conocophillips.com/careers/co鈥?/a>





I hope this helps to get you started.
apply just like any other job
fill out an application