Petrobras Opens Selection for the Young Apprentice Program with More Than 700 Vacancies and Inclusion Quotas in 13 States and the Federal District
This Tuesday, September 23, 2025, Petrobras announced the opening of more than 700 vacancies in the Young Apprentice Program, with free registration between October 6 and 12.
The opportunities are distributed across 13 states and the Federal District, aiming to promote social inclusion and professional qualification for adolescents and young people in vulnerable situations.
The initiative reinforces Petrobras’ commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, offering real opportunities for social transformation. Applications must be made exclusively through the website jovemaprendizpetrobras.gruposeres.com.br, as announced by Agência Petrobras.
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Details of the Vacancies for Young Apprentice at Petrobras
The Young Apprentice Program of Petrobras will last 21 months, with a 4-hour daily schedule from Monday to Friday. Participants will have access to basic and technical learning courses, offered in partnership with SENAI, in areas such as:
- Instrumentation
- Industrial and Building Electrician
- Maintenance Mechanic
- Administrative and Logistics Assistant
- Welder, Hydraulic Plumber, Building Constructor
- Technical Support in IT
- Systems Development
- Petrochemical, Mechatronics, Electrotechnics, among others
The apprentices will have a signed work card, full minimum wage, transportation assistance, 13th salary, vacation, FGTS, and optional access to the complementary pension plan and physical activity program.
Cities Covered by the Young Apprentice Program Vacancies
The vacancies for young apprentices are distributed across 24 Brazilian municipalities, covering all regions of the country. The cities included are:
- Northern Region: Manaus (AM)
- Northeast: Salvador (BA), Fortaleza (CE), Recife (PE), Natal (RN), Aracaju (SE)
- Central-West: Brasília (DF), Três Lagoas (MS)
- Southeast: Linhares (ES), Vitória (ES), Betim (MG), Juiz de Fora (MG), Cubatão (SP), Mauá (SP), Paulínia (SP), Santos (SP), São José dos Campos (SP), Duque de Caxias (RJ), Macaé (RJ), Rio de Janeiro (RJ), São Gonçalo (RJ)
- South: Curitiba (PR), Canoas (RS)
This broad geographic distribution reinforces the national reach of the program and Petrobras’ strategy to foster opportunities in different social and economic contexts.
Selection Criteria and Social Inclusion
The selection process for the Young Apprentice Program has been restructured to prioritize the inclusion of young people in vulnerable situations. Petrobras has established specific quotas:
- 30% of the vacancies for black, indigenous, and quilombola people
- 20% for people with disabilities (PWD)
- 15% for former child laborers or those in conditions analogous to slavery
- 10% for adolescents in institutional foster care or socio-educational measures
Additionally, a scoring system will be adopted that favors candidates with greater social risk, promoting equity in access to opportunities.
Requirements to Participate in the Young Apprentice Program
To apply for the young apprentice vacancies, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Be between 14 and 21 years and 7 months at the time of registration
- Be enrolled in and attending school if they have not completed high school
- Select a learning course at a different time from school hours
- For people with disabilities, there is no maximum age limit
These requirements align with the Apprenticeship Law (Law No. 10.097/2000), which regulates the hiring of apprentices in Brazil.
Partnership with SENAI and Course Structure
Professional training will be conducted in partnership with the National Industrial Learning Service (SENAI), which will offer 30 vocational courses, divided into:
- 18 basic learning courses
- 12 technical level courses
- 39 total classes, with 26 basic learning and 13 technical level
The courses have been selected based on the demands of the energy sector and the local needs of each Petrobras unit, ensuring training aligned with the labor market.
Benefits Offered to Apprentices
The young people selected for the Young Apprentice Program will have access to a range of labor and social benefits, including:
- Signed work card
- Full minimum wage
- Transportation assistance
- 13th salary
- Vacation
- FGTS
- Optional enrollment in the complementary pension plan
- Participation in the company’s physical activity program
These benefits ensure not only financial security but also encourage the personal and professional development of participants.
Social Impact and Commitment of Petrobras
Petrobras’ initiative goes beyond technical training. The Young Apprentice Program is a tool for social transformation, contributing to the reduction of inequality and strengthening citizenship.
According to Agência Petrobras, the program aligns with the company’s social responsibility principles and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially those related to quality education, decent work, and reduction of inequalities.
How to Register for the Young Apprentice Vacancies?
Registrations for the Young Apprentice Program will be open from October 6 to 12, 2025, exclusively through the official website: https://jovemaprendizpetrobras.gruposeres.com.br
On the portal, candidates can consult the complete notice, check the available vacancies by city and course, and fill out the registration form. It is important for young people to have personal documents, proof of schooling, and updated information at hand.
Career Opportunity and Technical Training at Petrobras
In addition to the initial training, outstanding apprentices may be recommended for future opportunities in Petrobras’ production chain or in partner companies. The experience gained in the program is recognized by the industrial sector and can open doors for internships, permanent jobs, and scholarships.
The announcement of 700 vacancies by Petrobras represents an important milestone in the professional inclusion policy in Brazil. In a scenario of economic and social challenges, initiatives like this offer hope and opportunity for thousands of young people.
By investing in technical training and citizenship, Petrobras directly contributes to the country’s development, preparing a new generation of qualified professionals who are aware of their role in society.


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