Professionals FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions 


Our technical FAQs can help you with login and system issues. 

The non-technical items cover general recruitment questions.  

bp employees should visit people@bp. 


Technical FAQs 


I forgot my password to log into my account 

If you can’t remember your password when attempting to log in after you've previously created an account, you can click on the ‘Forgotten password' link. 

You’ll then be asked to enter your email address and receive an email with a link to reset your password. 


Your account has been temporarily locked 

If your account is locked, this will only last for about an hour. 

After this time you will be able to again attempt to enter another password and/or follow the steps to create a new password. Waiting within this timeframe will be the quickest way to gain access to your account. 


If I still require further assistance? 

If these FAQs do not answer your query, please contact us


Non-technical FAQs – working at bp 


What qualities do you look for in a candidate? 

We look for individuals who not only bring strong technical skills and relevant experience, but who also embody our core beliefs and values — the foundation of how we work and grow together. 


At bp, we want candidates who: 

  • Live our purpose – you care about safety, act with integrity and want to make a positive impact. 
  • Play to win – you’re accountable, eager to learn and confident in your decisions. 
  • Care for others – you’re kind, inclusive and build trust with those around you. 
     

These beliefs aren’t just cultural statements — they guide how we hire, lead and collaborate. They’re reflected in our interview questions, our development programmes, and our day-to-day decision-making. 


We also value: 

  • Clear communication. 
  • Teamwork and leadership. 
  • Commercial awareness. 
  • Adaptability and ownership. 
     

Together, these qualities help us build diverse, high-performing teams that are ready to tackle the energy challenges of today and tomorrow — safely, ethically and collaboratively. 


Learn more about our culture and values


What is the working environment like at bp? 

We offer a flexible, inclusive and collaborative working environment. Many office-based roles follow a hybrid working model for certain roles, balancing connection and productivity. Our culture is shaped by our core beliefs. 


We support career growth, wellbeing and diverse perspectives across all our global locations. Whether you're in London, Houston, Pune, or beyond, you’ll be part of a team that values what you bring and helps you thrive. Explore more at careers.bp.com/locations.


Follow us on Instagram @life.at.bp and Facebook www.facebook.com/bpcareers, where you will find a range of photos celebrating our culture, colleagues and careers around the globe. 


What is the range of benefits bp offers? 

We offer a competitive salary which takes into consideration your experience, as well as internal and external market data. 


There are regional variances but, broadly speaking, benefits may include: 

  • Health care – medical/dental/vision. 
  • Protection – life insurance/short- and long-term disability. 
  • Accidental death/occupational accidental death. 
  • Pensions and savings plan. 
  • Annual cash bonus. 
  • The share value plan – designed to reward long-term sustained performance and create alignment with the delivery of value for shareholders. 
  • Vacation and holidays.


What opportunities are there for career progression? 

The size, global scale and diversity of our business mean there are fantastic opportunities. If you show genuine desire, skill and initiative we’d be delighted to help you develop your career. 

Vacancies are posted on our internal applications system so employees can review and discuss these opportunities with their line managers. 


What other opportunities are there at bp?  

Search for live bp vacancies and find out more about Castrol careers


Are there flexible working options? 

At bp, we recognize that there is no one standard flexible working policy that will suit every individual. As a result, we have developed a comprehensive range of flexible working options based on some core principles, which vary across each of the countries in which we operate. We are open to discussing these with you once you have reached the face-to-face interview stage of the recruitment process and these discussions will be very much role- and location-dependent. 


Non-technical FAQs – diversity, inclusion and disability 


Is there a diversity and inclusion policy?  

We are committed to a culture of diversity at bp. It helps us attract, develop and retain outstanding talent – regardless of background. Our selection and assessment processes are free from bias or discrimination. Everyone is given access to opportunities within the organization. 


I have a disability, illness or injury which means I need an adjustment or additional support in the recruitment process. What should I do?  

Please let us know by contacting us and we will advise you what to do next if you need an adjustment, for example due to an illness, injury or a disability. All information provided to us by you will be treated with complete confidentiality. We will do our best to support you and make reasonable adjustments where possible. 


Non-technical FAQs – application process 


How can I verify that my CV has been received? 

After submitting your application for a job, you should receive an email confirming that your application has been received. It may take up to 48 hours for you to receive this message. If, after 48 hours, you have still not received the email confirmation: 

  • Check your junk email or spam email folder. 
  • Check that the email address you used for the application process was the correct one. If you are still experiencing issues, please contact us. 
     

Do you accept applications by email? 

We encourage you to use our online application process. If you are using assistive technologies, please contact us and we will advise you what to do next. 


Am I allowed to apply to more than one role/programme or office location? 

For our graduate programme, we welcome one application per year. For experienced hire roles, while you can only apply once to a role, you are able to apply for other positions simultaneously. 


If I am unsuccessful at any stage of the recruitment process, when can I reapply? 

If you have been considered for an early careers position (graduate, internship or apprenticeship) and are not successful, you will need to wait until the following year before applying again. We open for new applications each September. 


Are there application deadlines? 

Please note that vacancies will be filled on an ongoing basis after opening and we may close applications before the stated deadline. Therefore, we highly recommend you submit your application as early as possible to be considered for the opportunity of your choice. 


I have international qualifications. How can I check that these are equivalent to the qualifications needed for the role for which I am applying? 

International qualifications can be verified using NARIC, for which candidates will have to pay. 


How can I check the status of my application?  

Log in to your account and enter your login details (created at time of your initial application). Once you’ve logged in you will be able to view your applications and their current statuses. 


Can I have feedback on my application? 

Due to the high volumes of applications, we are unable to provide specific feedback at earlier stages in the process. Feedback will be provided after the final stage. 

Other useful materials

The application process at bp

We’ve looked at our application process and listened to feedback from candidates to make applying for a job at bp as simple and straightforward as possible. Of course, interviews will vary slightly based on your experience, field of expertise and region you are applying to – but here are the three main steps once you have searched for and found a suitable role:

 

Step 1 – Application and early stages in the recruitment process

 

  • Apply online. Make sure to read the job description thoroughly, take care that you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
  • Your application will be screened by our specialist talent acquisition team and will likely be reviewed by your potential manager as well.
  • We may arrange a telephone or video interview with you. If you review any of the job specs online, you will see the key requirements for the role – the telephone/video interview is to ascertain that you broadly meet these criteria.
  • Your application process may include technical questioning whereby your responses will be reviewed and assessed in line with job requirements – typically technical and operational roles will have this assessment.
  • Depending on the role you apply for, we may ask you to participate in some psychometric testing. If this is required, your talent acquisition contact will explain the process and give you clear guidance on how to complete this, as well as answer any questions you may have. The important thing with this type of exercise is to answer the questions as honestly as you can as the evaluation is really designed to assess your suitability for the role.

 

Step 2 – The final stage in the assessment process

 

  • The final stage will usually be a face-to-face interview. This will comprise a general discussion and a more in-depth competency based interview plus a technical assessment if applicable. You will meet your talent acquisition contact and your hiring manager at this stage and perhaps other stakeholders – the people you could be working with. We feel it’s important for you to meet some of your potential colleagues up front – it will give you much more of a feel for the working environment.
  • Depending on the type of role you’re going for, you may have to visit an assessment centre – but guidelines will be given ahead of time if this is the case. You should make sure you are clear on what and how you will be assessed and what is expected of you. It’s important to listen carefully and to ask questions if you are not 100% certain of what is being asked of you, be up front about this. Rest assured that asking a question won’t affect your assessment – you’re not going to be marked down for requesting clarity!

 

Step 3 – Offer and onboarding

 

  • If you have been successful – congratulations! Your recruiter will contact you to make a verbal offer. Assuming you accept this, we will quickly follow up in writing.
  • Depending on your country of location we may need to conduct pre-employment screening checks, for example: educational qualifications, employment history /references and right to work in the region of employment. Don’t worry, all this will be made clear in advance and you’ll have plenty of time to get the necessary information together.
  • Once you have passed our pre-employment screening the welcoming process begins and we’ll do all we can to help you prepare for your new role with us. As well as keeping in touch with you following your job offer, we’ll have everything ready for your arrival. You’ll meet your line manager on your first day and you will be introduced to your buddy, who will be someone who knows the ropes and will be a great point of contact should you need some help.

 

Helpful tips

 

  • Make sure your CV/resume is up to date.
  • When you set up your account, register for job alerts – each time a role becomes available that fits the criteria you specify, you’ll be automatically emailed.
  • Do make sure that you tailor your application for a role, that way you will receive jobs that fit your job search specification. Also, be certain to answer the questions in the applications as fully as possible as this will help our specialist recruitment team.
  • It is absolutely essential that you complete your application form accurately and truthfully, including, if asked, all exam or module marks, dates and grades achieved. We often have to check these, so please be honest and up front with us.
  • Preparation is always key. Visit bp's website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube pages and do some research on us. We are very active on our social media channels. A job interview should be a two-way conversation and a two-way assessment, so you need to know as much as possible about us, the company and the role you’re applying for.
  • We will do our best to respond to your application, but we can’t guarantee an exact turnaround time – but our commitment to you is that we will get back to you as soon as we possibly can.
  • Finally – don’t be discouraged if you aren’t successful on your first application. We encourage you to keep checking the job alerts you have set up, make sure your searches are as accurate as possible and carry on conducting your research on bp - you never know what you might learn which may come in handy later on. 

 

Best of luck – we hope to hear from you soon!

Interviewing at bp - a guide for candidates 

We’ve looked at our application process and listened to feedback from candidates to make applying for a job at bp as simple and straightforward as possible. Of course, interviews will vary slightly based on your experience, field of expertise and region you are applying to – but here are the three main steps once you have searched for and found a suitable role:

 

Step 1 – Application and early stages in the recruitment process

 

  • Apply online. Make sure to read the job description thoroughly, take care that you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
  • Your application will be screened by our specialist talent acquisition team and will likely be reviewed by your potential manager as well.
  • We may arrange a telephone or video interview with you. If you review any of the job specs online, you will see the key requirements for the role – the telephone/video interview is to ascertain that you broadly meet these criteria.
  • Your application process may include technical questioning whereby your responses will be reviewed and assessed in line with job requirements – typically technical and operational roles will have this assessment.
  • Depending on the role you apply for, we may ask you to participate in some psychometric testing. If this is required, your talent acquisition contact will explain the process and give you clear guidance on how to complete this, as well as answer any questions you may have. The important thing with this type of exercise is to answer the questions as honestly as you can as the evaluation is really designed to assess your suitability for the role.

 

Step 2 – The final stage in the assessment process

 

  • The final stage will usually be a face-to-face interview. This will comprise a general discussion and a more in-depth competency based interview plus a technical assessment if applicable. You will meet your talent acquisition contact and your hiring manager at this stage and perhaps other stakeholders – the people you could be working with. We feel it’s important for you to meet some of your potential colleagues up front – it will give you much more of a feel for the working environment.
  • Depending on the type of role you’re going for, you may have to visit an assessment centre – but guidelines will be given ahead of time if this is the case. You should make sure you are clear on what and how you will be assessed and what is expected of you. It’s important to listen carefully and to ask questions if you are not 100% certain of what is being asked of you, be up front about this. Rest assured that asking a question won’t affect your assessment – you’re not going to be marked down for requesting clarity!

 

Step 3 – Offer and onboarding

 

  • If you have been successful – congratulations! Your recruiter will contact you to make a verbal offer. Assuming you accept this, we will quickly follow up in writing.
  • Depending on your country of location we may need to conduct pre-employment screening checks, for example: educational qualifications, employment history /references and right to work in the region of employment. Don’t worry, all this will be made clear in advance and you’ll have plenty of time to get the necessary information together.
  • Once you have passed our pre-employment screening the welcoming process begins and we’ll do all we can to help you prepare for your new role with us. As well as keeping in touch with you following your job offer, we’ll have everything ready for your arrival. You’ll meet your line manager on your first day and you will be introduced to your buddy, who will be someone who knows the ropes and will be a great point of contact should you need some help.

 

Helpful tips

 

  • Make sure your CV/resume is up to date.
  • When you set up your account, register for job alerts – each time a role becomes available that fits the criteria you specify, you’ll be automatically emailed.
  • Do make sure that you tailor your application for a role, that way you will receive jobs that fit your job search specification. Also, be certain to answer the questions in the applications as fully as possible as this will help our specialist recruitment team.
  • It is absolutely essential that you complete your application form accurately and truthfully, including, if asked, all exam or module marks, dates and grades achieved. We often have to check these, so please be honest and up front with us.
  • Preparation is always key. Visit bp's website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube pages and do some research on us. We are very active on our social media channels. A job interview should be a two-way conversation and a two-way assessment, so you need to know as much as possible about us, the company and the role you’re applying for.
  • We will do our best to respond to your application, but we can’t guarantee an exact turnaround time – but our commitment to you is that we will get back to you as soon as we possibly can.
  • Finally – don’t be discouraged if you aren’t successful on your first application. We encourage you to keep checking the job alerts you have set up, make sure your searches are as accurate as possible and carry on conducting your research on bp - you never know what you might learn which may come in handy later on. 

 

Best of luck – we hope to hear from you soon!

Video interviewing

We’ve looked at our application process and listened to feedback from candidates to make applying for a job at bp as simple and straightforward as possible. Of course, interviews will vary slightly based on your experience, field of expertise and region you are applying to – but here are the three main steps once you have searched for and found a suitable role:

 

Step 1 – Application and early stages in the recruitment process

 

  • Apply online. Make sure to read the job description thoroughly, take care that you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
  • Your application will be screened by our specialist talent acquisition team and will likely be reviewed by your potential manager as well.
  • We may arrange a telephone or video interview with you. If you review any of the job specs online, you will see the key requirements for the role – the telephone/video interview is to ascertain that you broadly meet these criteria.
  • Your application process may include technical questioning whereby your responses will be reviewed and assessed in line with job requirements – typically technical and operational roles will have this assessment.
  • Depending on the role you apply for, we may ask you to participate in some psychometric testing. If this is required, your talent acquisition contact will explain the process and give you clear guidance on how to complete this, as well as answer any questions you may have. The important thing with this type of exercise is to answer the questions as honestly as you can as the evaluation is really designed to assess your suitability for the role.

 

Step 2 – The final stage in the assessment process

 

  • The final stage will usually be a face-to-face interview. This will comprise a general discussion and a more in-depth competency based interview plus a technical assessment if applicable. You will meet your talent acquisition contact and your hiring manager at this stage and perhaps other stakeholders – the people you could be working with. We feel it’s important for you to meet some of your potential colleagues up front – it will give you much more of a feel for the working environment.
  • Depending on the type of role you’re going for, you may have to visit an assessment centre – but guidelines will be given ahead of time if this is the case. You should make sure you are clear on what and how you will be assessed and what is expected of you. It’s important to listen carefully and to ask questions if you are not 100% certain of what is being asked of you, be up front about this. Rest assured that asking a question won’t affect your assessment – you’re not going to be marked down for requesting clarity!

 

Step 3 – Offer and onboarding

 

  • If you have been successful – congratulations! Your recruiter will contact you to make a verbal offer. Assuming you accept this, we will quickly follow up in writing.
  • Depending on your country of location we may need to conduct pre-employment screening checks, for example: educational qualifications, employment history /references and right to work in the region of employment. Don’t worry, all this will be made clear in advance and you’ll have plenty of time to get the necessary information together.
  • Once you have passed our pre-employment screening the welcoming process begins and we’ll do all we can to help you prepare for your new role with us. As well as keeping in touch with you following your job offer, we’ll have everything ready for your arrival. You’ll meet your line manager on your first day and you will be introduced to your buddy, who will be someone who knows the ropes and will be a great point of contact should you need some help.

 

Helpful tips

 

  • Make sure your CV/resume is up to date.
  • When you set up your account, register for job alerts – each time a role becomes available that fits the criteria you specify, you’ll be automatically emailed.
  • Do make sure that you tailor your application for a role, that way you will receive jobs that fit your job search specification. Also, be certain to answer the questions in the applications as fully as possible as this will help our specialist recruitment team.
  • It is absolutely essential that you complete your application form accurately and truthfully, including, if asked, all exam or module marks, dates and grades achieved. We often have to check these, so please be honest and up front with us.
  • Preparation is always key. Visit bp's website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube pages and do some research on us. We are very active on our social media channels. A job interview should be a two-way conversation and a two-way assessment, so you need to know as much as possible about us, the company and the role you’re applying for.
  • We will do our best to respond to your application, but we can’t guarantee an exact turnaround time – but our commitment to you is that we will get back to you as soon as we possibly can.
  • Finally – don’t be discouraged if you aren’t successful on your first application. We encourage you to keep checking the job alerts you have set up, make sure your searches are as accurate as possible and carry on conducting your research on bp - you never know what you might learn which may come in handy later on. 

 

Best of luck – we hope to hear from you soon!

Recruitment fraud

We’ve looked at our application process and listened to feedback from candidates to make applying for a job at bp as simple and straightforward as possible. Of course, interviews will vary slightly based on your experience, field of expertise and region you are applying to – but here are the three main steps once you have searched for and found a suitable role:

 

Step 1 – Application and early stages in the recruitment process

 

  • Apply online. Make sure to read the job description thoroughly, take care that you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
  • Your application will be screened by our specialist talent acquisition team and will likely be reviewed by your potential manager as well.
  • We may arrange a telephone or video interview with you. If you review any of the job specs online, you will see the key requirements for the role – the telephone/video interview is to ascertain that you broadly meet these criteria.
  • Your application process may include technical questioning whereby your responses will be reviewed and assessed in line with job requirements – typically technical and operational roles will have this assessment.
  • Depending on the role you apply for, we may ask you to participate in some psychometric testing. If this is required, your talent acquisition contact will explain the process and give you clear guidance on how to complete this, as well as answer any questions you may have. The important thing with this type of exercise is to answer the questions as honestly as you can as the evaluation is really designed to assess your suitability for the role.

 

Step 2 – The final stage in the assessment process

 

  • The final stage will usually be a face-to-face interview. This will comprise a general discussion and a more in-depth competency based interview plus a technical assessment if applicable. You will meet your talent acquisition contact and your hiring manager at this stage and perhaps other stakeholders – the people you could be working with. We feel it’s important for you to meet some of your potential colleagues up front – it will give you much more of a feel for the working environment.
  • Depending on the type of role you’re going for, you may have to visit an assessment centre – but guidelines will be given ahead of time if this is the case. You should make sure you are clear on what and how you will be assessed and what is expected of you. It’s important to listen carefully and to ask questions if you are not 100% certain of what is being asked of you, be up front about this. Rest assured that asking a question won’t affect your assessment – you’re not going to be marked down for requesting clarity!

 

Step 3 – Offer and onboarding

 

  • If you have been successful – congratulations! Your recruiter will contact you to make a verbal offer. Assuming you accept this, we will quickly follow up in writing.
  • Depending on your country of location we may need to conduct pre-employment screening checks, for example: educational qualifications, employment history /references and right to work in the region of employment. Don’t worry, all this will be made clear in advance and you’ll have plenty of time to get the necessary information together.
  • Once you have passed our pre-employment screening the welcoming process begins and we’ll do all we can to help you prepare for your new role with us. As well as keeping in touch with you following your job offer, we’ll have everything ready for your arrival. You’ll meet your line manager on your first day and you will be introduced to your buddy, who will be someone who knows the ropes and will be a great point of contact should you need some help.

 

Helpful tips

 

  • Make sure your CV/resume is up to date.
  • When you set up your account, register for job alerts – each time a role becomes available that fits the criteria you specify, you’ll be automatically emailed.
  • Do make sure that you tailor your application for a role, that way you will receive jobs that fit your job search specification. Also, be certain to answer the questions in the applications as fully as possible as this will help our specialist recruitment team.
  • It is absolutely essential that you complete your application form accurately and truthfully, including, if asked, all exam or module marks, dates and grades achieved. We often have to check these, so please be honest and up front with us.
  • Preparation is always key. Visit bp's website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube pages and do some research on us. We are very active on our social media channels. A job interview should be a two-way conversation and a two-way assessment, so you need to know as much as possible about us, the company and the role you’re applying for.
  • We will do our best to respond to your application, but we can’t guarantee an exact turnaround time – but our commitment to you is that we will get back to you as soon as we possibly can.
  • Finally – don’t be discouraged if you aren’t successful on your first application. We encourage you to keep checking the job alerts you have set up, make sure your searches are as accurate as possible and carry on conducting your research on bp - you never know what you might learn which may come in handy later on. 

 

Best of luck – we hope to hear from you soon!

Early Careers FAQ

We’ve looked at our application process and listened to feedback from candidates to make applying for a job at bp as simple and straightforward as possible. Of course, interviews will vary slightly based on your experience, field of expertise and region you are applying to – but here are the three main steps once you have searched for and found a suitable role:

 

Step 1 – Application and early stages in the recruitment process

 

  • Apply online. Make sure to read the job description thoroughly, take care that you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
  • Your application will be screened by our specialist talent acquisition team and will likely be reviewed by your potential manager as well.
  • We may arrange a telephone or video interview with you. If you review any of the job specs online, you will see the key requirements for the role – the telephone/video interview is to ascertain that you broadly meet these criteria.
  • Your application process may include technical questioning whereby your responses will be reviewed and assessed in line with job requirements – typically technical and operational roles will have this assessment.
  • Depending on the role you apply for, we may ask you to participate in some psychometric testing. If this is required, your talent acquisition contact will explain the process and give you clear guidance on how to complete this, as well as answer any questions you may have. The important thing with this type of exercise is to answer the questions as honestly as you can as the evaluation is really designed to assess your suitability for the role.

 

Step 2 – The final stage in the assessment process

 

  • The final stage will usually be a face-to-face interview. This will comprise a general discussion and a more in-depth competency based interview plus a technical assessment if applicable. You will meet your talent acquisition contact and your hiring manager at this stage and perhaps other stakeholders – the people you could be working with. We feel it’s important for you to meet some of your potential colleagues up front – it will give you much more of a feel for the working environment.
  • Depending on the type of role you’re going for, you may have to visit an assessment centre – but guidelines will be given ahead of time if this is the case. You should make sure you are clear on what and how you will be assessed and what is expected of you. It’s important to listen carefully and to ask questions if you are not 100% certain of what is being asked of you, be up front about this. Rest assured that asking a question won’t affect your assessment – you’re not going to be marked down for requesting clarity!

 

Step 3 – Offer and onboarding

 

  • If you have been successful – congratulations! Your recruiter will contact you to make a verbal offer. Assuming you accept this, we will quickly follow up in writing.
  • Depending on your country of location we may need to conduct pre-employment screening checks, for example: educational qualifications, employment history /references and right to work in the region of employment. Don’t worry, all this will be made clear in advance and you’ll have plenty of time to get the necessary information together.
  • Once you have passed our pre-employment screening the welcoming process begins and we’ll do all we can to help you prepare for your new role with us. As well as keeping in touch with you following your job offer, we’ll have everything ready for your arrival. You’ll meet your line manager on your first day and you will be introduced to your buddy, who will be someone who knows the ropes and will be a great point of contact should you need some help.

 

Helpful tips

 

  • Make sure your CV/resume is up to date.
  • When you set up your account, register for job alerts – each time a role becomes available that fits the criteria you specify, you’ll be automatically emailed.
  • Do make sure that you tailor your application for a role, that way you will receive jobs that fit your job search specification. Also, be certain to answer the questions in the applications as fully as possible as this will help our specialist recruitment team.
  • It is absolutely essential that you complete your application form accurately and truthfully, including, if asked, all exam or module marks, dates and grades achieved. We often have to check these, so please be honest and up front with us.
  • Preparation is always key. Visit bp's website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube pages and do some research on us. We are very active on our social media channels. A job interview should be a two-way conversation and a two-way assessment, so you need to know as much as possible about us, the company and the role you’re applying for.
  • We will do our best to respond to your application, but we can’t guarantee an exact turnaround time – but our commitment to you is that we will get back to you as soon as we possibly can.
  • Finally – don’t be discouraged if you aren’t successful on your first application. We encourage you to keep checking the job alerts you have set up, make sure your searches are as accurate as possible and carry on conducting your research on bp - you never know what you might learn which may come in handy later on. 

 

Best of luck – we hope to hear from you soon!

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