The Oil and Gas Sector and the Steel Industry Are Driving the Brazilian Job Market: Apprenticeship Programs, Internships, and Immediate Hirings
Petrobras, Ternium, Ocyan, and Ultracargo are the companies leading this movement, offering opportunities for young trainees and experienced professionals.
Petrobras Leads With Over 700 Openings and Opportunities in 13 States
Petrobras announced the opening of more than 700 positions for apprentices, distributed across 13 states and the Federal District. Applications are free and must be submitted between October 6 and 12 through the website jovemaprendizpetrobras.gruposeres.com.br.
The program will last for 21 months and offers 30 vocational courses in partnership with SENAI — including 18 in basic training and 12 technical courses. A total of 39 classes will be formed, consisting of 26 in basic training and 13 at the technical level.
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The training areas are varied:
- Basic Training: instrumentation, industrial electrician, maintenance mechanic, logistics assistant, administrative assistant, welder, construction worker, building electrician, hydraulic plumber, IT technical support, among others.
- Technical Courses: industrial automation, electrical engineering, mechatronics, mechanics, maintenance of industrial machines, industrial instrumentation, systems development, petrochemicals, logistics, chemistry, and renewable energy systems.
Participants must be at least 14 years old and no older than 21 years and 7 months at the time of application. For people with disabilities, there is no maximum age limit. Additionally, candidates who have not completed high school must provide proof of enrollment and school attendance, and the apprenticeship course must be in a different shift from school.
Opportunities are available in cities such as Manaus, Salvador, Fortaleza, Vitória, Betim, Juiz de Fora, Recife, Curitiba, Natal, Canoas, Aracaju, Cubatão, Mauá, Paulínia, Santos, São José dos Campos, Duque de Caxias, Macaé, Rio de Janeiro, São Gonçalo, Brasília, and Três Lagoas.
Ternium Offers 60 Internship Positions With Attractive Benefits
In the steel industry, Ternium is accepting applications for its 2024/2025 Internship Program, offering 60 positions for university students who are in their 3rd or 4th semester, depending on the course.
The covered areas include engineering, human resources, information technology, communication, among others. The program seeks to attract young individuals who want to experience the challenges of a large industry in a multicultural and dynamic environment.
Selected candidates will receive a stipend that is competitive in the market, as well as benefits such as health and dental plans, meal allowance, and chartered transportation.
According to Vanessa Antoine, Senior Talent Management Manager at Ternium:
“Our internship program was created to develop talent, so that these students can put into practice what they learn in college. Bringing in these new talents brings new ideas, different worldviews, and the opportunity for new exchanges and a lot of learning for us as well.”
The selection process will include resume screening, online tests, dynamics, and interviews. Applications will be accepted from September 19 to October 20 exclusively through the website estagioternium.com.br.
Ocyan Holds Job Fair With 100 Positions in Macaé
In the offshore oil and gas sector, Ocyan is promoting a job fair on September 25 and 26, from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, at the Offshore Maintenance and Services Base (MSO) in Macaé (RJ).
100 tickets will be distributed daily for the submission of resumes and in-person interviews with the Human Resources team and, if necessary, with technical evaluators.
The positions require prior experience in CLT (Consolidation of Labor Laws) and confirmed education in roles such as:
- Boilermaker Level 4/7 Offshore
- Rigger Level NI 4.0 Offshore
- Fabrication Designer Onshore and Offshore
- TIG Welder/ER/RT/CU-NI
- Welding Inspector Level 1 and LP/PM
- Boilermaking and Painting Supervisor
- Scaffolding Supervisor and others
Address: Rua Cirene Henrique Paes, KM 167, Lagoa de Imboassica, Macaé – RJ.
It is essential to bring personal documents, qualification certificates, and a work permit (physical or digital).
Ultracargo Opens Internship Program With a Salary of R$ 2,220
Ultracargo, a leader in liquid bulk logistics, has opened applications for its 2025 Internship Program with 10 positions — 8 in São Paulo (headquarters) and 2 in Santos.
The start is scheduled for January of next year, with an initial duration of one year, which can be extended for another 12 months.
The work schedule is 6 hours a day (30 hours a week), and selected candidates will receive a monthly allowance of R$ 2,220, along with benefits such as meal vouchers, medical and dental assistance, transportation or meals on-site (depending on the unit), and life insurance.
According to Karla Grativol, Executive Director of People, Communication, and Sustainability at Ultracargo:
“The new generations play a fundamental role in building the future of Ultracargo and the sector in which we operate. With the internship program, we aim to attract young talents who bring energy, ideas, and innovative vision to our teams.”
Applications will be accepted until October 20 and can be submitted directly through the company’s official WhatsApp.
Different Opportunities, One Common Goal: Transform Careers
The nearly one thousand available positions show how oil and gas and steel are in full expansion in Brazil, creating real chances for those looking to start or advance their careers.
From apprenticeship programs for young people starting at 14 years old to well-structured internships for university students and immediate hiring for experienced professionals, there is room for different profiles.
Now the question is: if you could choose today, would you prefer to start your journey at Petrobras, Ternium, Ocyan, or Ultracargo?

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