Schlumberger is one of the best places to work in the oilfield, but work dominates life outside of work - Anonymous employee SLB Employee Review

4.0
Oct 1, 2008
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Great Diversity and extremely bright people recruited into the organization and in management. International opportunities are endless and many are challenging. Also a great opportunity in this company to work in so many parts of the business - HR, Engineering, Finance, Operations, QHSE, software development, Field, marine, water & co2, and seismic.

Cons

frequent travel, work-life balance is an issue that needs more top level management support. boom/bust nature of energy industry is challenging to some employees.

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Cons

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5.0
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Pros

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Cons

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