After being here a few years myself, I'm curious about the perspective of people who joined more recently. Do you view Chevron as a company where you can genuinely build a lasting career? I think the expectations are just different now than they used... — read more
Stone
When will we pass this painful kidney stone called MW?
Trump Meeting
Trump's White House meeting of oil execs on Friday to discuss Venezuela just showed the massive difference between Exxon and Chevron. For starters, Chevron's CEO didn't bother showing up, which was an absolute disgrace. Second, when the press was... — read more
Trump, 79, Accidentally Reads Marco Rubio’s Private Note Out Loud
Via new republic.com “You’re all gonna do very well—Marco just gave me a note. ‘Go back to Chevron, they want to discuss something,’” Trump read, turning to look at Chevron Vice Chairman Mark Nelson. “Go ahead, I’m going back to Chevron... — read more
RTO is a sh-tshow
And it's by design. I almost have the feeling that they enjoy making us jump through hoops, throwing all kinds of obstacles and inconveniences at us just for the heck of it. Productivity and performance be damned. Losing top performers, because they... — read more
RTO Applies To Everyone Except Those In SR
I have come in the office every day this week in Houston. My co-workers in finance located in SR have not come in the office one day this week. What gives?
Chevron Culture 2026 (I agree with the OP, this needs to stay as a top topic)
(original post is 11 down) I have worked for three companies before this one. Each had its flaws, but each, in its own way, understood something basic about decency. When I came to CVX, my fourth, I was told, again and again, that the culture was... — read more
Unassigned seating… except for leaders.
Welp, looks like another ‘rules for thee, not for me.’ ‘Select’ leaders will have assigned spaces for ‘business continuity’ It would be bad to give them a widdle inconvenience. Poor babies.
Roles reduced or eliminated in US
In 2026, which job roles will be eliminated or reduced in the US and staffed in other (low cost) geographies? Scrum Master, RTE, Product Owners, Analysts? Interested in opinions here.
Chevron Culture 2026
I don't want this post to get washed away by Chevron's HR Trolls. Please help keep it alive and post your thoughts here or on the original post, 8 down.
HMP
I’m really struggling to adjust to the no assigned seating. It’s really awful and a big downgrade to my quality of work life. This + 4 days in office has me seeking new jobs away from Chevron. But I guess that’s what the wanted
What's happening with layoffs?
Not many mentions lately, is that a good sign?
depletion
Just wondering how South N'Dola our greatest new offshore development is doing. Finally developed after first proposed as an extension to existing field 25 years ago. Was there any oil and pressure left after production from the north and did they... — read more
It’s official! Ranking system coming out.
“Pay will be tied more closely to differentiated performance…” Once again, raising the bar to heights they themselves did not have to achieve.
ABU post TAR
What's the chance of another re org after Wheatstone TAR?
How does MW and MN still have a job?
If you look at performance metrics over the last 5 years, we haven’t been number one in any of them compared with the other LTIPs. In most instances we’re in the middle or at the bottom. Can’t help but chuckle when MW, MN, and the other ELT members... — read more
Why is everyone going to Exxon?
I just perused my LinkedIn and noticed yet another Chevron contact is moving on to Exxon. This has to be the third person in a month and I don't have a ton of contacts. I don't think I've seen anyone make the move to Exxon before from Chevron (I'm... — read more
Chevron Culture 2026
I have worked for three companies before this one. Each had its flaws, but each, in its own way, understood something basic about decency. When I came to CVX, my fourth, I was told, again and again, that the culture was different. Healthier. Kinder... — read more
Miserable State
For those who are managers what is being said about the absolutely dismal state of rhe company and the rock bottom morale? Productivity will be at an all time low as no one cares at all anymore.
Salary structure in US
Heard it was a measly 2%
Does Chevron still test for THC in Houston for office roles?
Anyone been randomly tested recently? Wondering if the recent schedule change for thc will impact testing.
How’s your Monday?
Checking in! How is RTW Monday? Who else is ready to find something less archaic?
Execs are he-l-bent on losing every competent person
We’ve been shedding truly skilled engineers like there’s no tomorrow. I’ve lost several exceptionally talented people on my team. It really boggles the mind.
Happy New Year Everyone!
To: My Valued Cost-Centers (Employees), Happy New Year! As I sit here in my climate-controlled, triple-glazed corner suite, watching the sunrise over the yacht club, I couldn't help but feel a fleeting sense of warmth—though that may have just been... — read more
Anything Positive?
Is there anything positive at all for US employees at this company outside of having a job? I know the boot lickers will all say be thankful you have a job and accept gratefully every crumb they throw to us, but there is literally nothing to me to... — read more
Venezuela
It looks like Chevron will be the largest benefactor of the change in Venezuela. The only company that stayed after Chavez kicked out all the other companies. Will those companies lay claim to their stolen assets? Thoughts?
CVX Stock
Just wondering if anyone will continue to hold CVX stock in their 401k?
Vacation out or take the year’s vacation ?
Is it better to vacation out or try to take the year’s worth of vacation before you leave? I’m looking at the vacation policy and it says you can’t use vacation from previous year to vacation out. Anyone know how it works? Don’t want to ask HR... — read more
IT Service in Office?
The last few times I have contacted IT, It has been very obvious that they are at home. For instance, one guy was having a party at his house and angrily did everything he could to get me off the phone to return to that party. The last person to... — read more
Hybrid was the best.
The hybrid model was amazing. Assigned or unassigned offices the hybrid was still better. There is no logical reason to go more days than 3 per week. I find the change to be very disappointing. My days at home were days to get things done and I... — read more
Stack Ranking
Heard that Chevron might be going Exxon way and implement Stack Ranking. How does it work? Does it mean bottom 10% or people they don't like are let go every year?
Cube Farm = Death to loyalty
I retired early from CVX as an engineer at 52. Luckily I started a side hustle that turned into another company that gave me the outlet corporate world didn't. Spouse is still there as a 30 year engineer and on Monday he gets to walk into a open... — read more
Took severance package - we still receive pro-rated bonus'?
I was told this by manager/PDR on the way out. Hoping it's true.
Hello 2026
May the odds be ever in your favor!
I’ve been at Chevron less than a year
To say I'm unhappy with how things turned out would be an understatement. I've been looking for the past few months and a few leads are looking promising. I'm worried though about leaving this soon looking bad on a resume. Is it better to switch now... — read more
Layoffs in the US
From an article Titled: "2026 begins with a wave of big-company layoffs" Large employers are increasingly abandoning the old model of one big layoff in favor of repeated, narrower rounds that keep investors satisfied while leaving employees in a... — read more
Forced ranking
So are we now incentivized to hope our colleagues can’t perform or sc--w up? With a forced rank rating system, that’s what will happen. Not ‘one team’ anymore
What’s going on with PSGs?
I’ve heard from a few people that PSGs are being suppressed and advancing to 25 and higher will be much less common than before. I feel long overdue for a promotion (both in performance, % CO, expanded role, and time) but am not getting much support... — read more
Chevron lost the plot
There was a time when working here meant something. Now the dominant emotion is exhaustion. Pride has been replaced by fear and trust is all gone. Whatever made this company special did not survive the last few years.
It is sad to see losing colleagues to exxon
Really really good geologists, engineers…Talent is the real competitive advantage.