Heard years ago that retiree had to wait 6 months before starting as a contractor. Is this true?

If want to get rid of people without pi----g off entire workforce with the PIP system: Eliminate the penalties for retiring between 55 to 60. Currently there is 25% penalty for retirement at 55. Many people between 55 and 60 would leave... — read more 

If you're pi---d about getting pip'd think about how very low performers in the south American gbc can't even be fired. Even if they are given the pip they are protected by their government. They are literally unshakable from the company. Every local... — read more 

We’re seeing massive attrition in downstream with no effort to retain employees. It makes you realize employees are not valued.

What is going on in Brazil? We paid a huge premium for our acreage. Did exploration make a mistake or are we about to hit a big payday?

Plenty of people were added to EM in the last twelve months, I think more than enough to make a nice dent in the planned reduction numbers. Why doesn't the company get rid of them - they have the least experience and knowledge and will cost the least... — read more 

Please do share. Thank you.

W3 has a ton of confirmed cases. I know it’s inconvenient to bring up, and all the useless signage has been scraped off the floors, but it doesn’t look like we’re done with this rodeo yet. I’m not even angling for WFH. Just some f-ing leadership... — read more 

I love seeing all the resignations, hope we all peace out soon

Are salaries for comparable CLs the same in Canada vs US? Or is Canada lower than US?

To those who are still contemplating on joining XOM, be forewarned, it's a very toxic environment, it's not worth it. It will be like selling your soul for 30 pieces of silver. This is everything anybody who's considering any of the available... — read more 

https://www.barrons.com/articles/bp-bought-exxon-stock-sold-apple-chevron-microsoft-51628615287

Has anyone made a case and succeeded suing XOM based on age discrimination?

That moment when you realize that you invested nearly a third of your life into this place, that you put in so many nights and weekends to make sure things get done, that you often put your work over your family, and for what? To be treated like... — read more 

Why does The company protect both NRE and RE employees from separation via PIP/PIL? I can understand the company wanting to avoid both the optics and legal action with a mass separation of this age groups, HOWEVER it’s seems to me that NRE/RE folks... — read more 

BTC employee here. In my section 12 people out of 25 have resigned and left the company since January this year. With 50% attrition why is my "expat" supervisor not piped yet??? He's still awarding pips to an already extremely shrunken section. God... — read more 

Seriously, what the f? https://jobs.exxonmobil.com/search/?createNewAlert=false&q=&locationsearch=Houston&optionsFacetsDD_department=&optionsFacetsDD_shifttype=&optionsFacetsDD_country=

Completed three years and assessed as VeryGood / Good. The attrition is high and always filled by new campus hires who are trained and then resign by same time next year. Experienced hires in the team are taking the interesting work or work with... — read more 

I am working at a low-cost GBC location for 5 years. I am planning to leave at EOY 2021. Most of my friends/colleagues/bosses already left. I am the only one who carry the team consist of new joiners right now and already fed up. The reason I am... — read more 

Personally tired out from the corpuration sosuchism this all represents. I am not and never will be a kitten up a tree. No fire company will rescue my petty anty a$$ for the publicity. That I finally know - and I'm only 30 years old. So it takes a... — read more 

Hope this helps for those in a similar situation and I appreciate if you can give some kind words. 2021 PADP result: NSI 2020 PADP result: excellent Division: research and technology Years with XOM: 4~6 years Age: 30+ year old Asian... — read more 

and they're actually getting away with it! Are you kidding me???

Early careers jump. Late careers coasting or retire. Mid-careers f**ked

For those who quit, what have you done with your XOM branded apparel (polo shirts, jackets, etc)? Continue to wear them Burn them Give to homeless people Wear it while filling gas at Shell Other

It's time to bail.

What, XOM can't take anymore of XTO? Is it like a C that has eaten XOM alive? https://www.cnbc.com/2021/08/10/exxon-launches-us-shale-gas-sale-to-kick-start-stalled-divestitures.html

NKI

Let’s share our experience with our fellows so they know what to expect from this interesting period ;)

Anyone in Houston have a referral for an attorney willing to take on the PIP/PIL fight?

They’re now two days late. Anyone know when we can expect them to be posted? My cynical side says they’re bad and management is figuring out how to “spin” them and justify why we’re still on campus, why masks are no longer required, and why all of... — read more 

Why is the toxic culture of unhappy employees embraced by this executive team? Why is nobody trying to change things for the better? This can't be good for the company, nobody can convince me that it is. So why is having an overwhelming majority of... — read more 

I am planning on leaving the company before my relocation bonus’s vest. Already got new role to cover them, but I am curious if anyone has had XOM asking them to repay and if they do ask how aggressively will they pursue?

EM employees are valued in a lot of places. I am going to Google for my next role. Take advantage of that EM brand name now before the oil and gas industry get decimated by the latest IPCC report. The report will hammer the final nail into the... — read more 

I am thinking of a move into the trading group in a research analyst or commercial support role... but cant find out much about the profitability of this group... anybody in it or outside who knows if it is worth joining ? In terms of current... — read more 

I just talked to a member of upper management and they are going to offer a 15% pay bump to everyone that will get the covid vaccine. What a great way to get everyone on the same page. This will ensure the safety of everyone. Great idea! Finally!

I retired last year after a lifetime career in the O&G. It’s going to sound crazy but I miss EM even though I’m glad to be gone. I guess old habits die hard. I keep returning here to stay updated on what’s going on instead of enjoying my retirement... — read more 

Give him a break. He is a victim too. Peace.

Yes, XOM is currently a mess, we all know it. You know what would help solve that problem? If the leadership started promoting from within, people who know the company and know what it needs to improve. Instead, we keep getting more outsiders who... — read more