Chevron provides a critical channel of opportunity that will shape the success of our industry and our communities. also serves as chair of UPA’s Downstream Regulatory Committee. “Chevron is frequently the first at the table to offer a title sponsorship for an event or to collaborate on new avenues for community involvement,” said Jodi Lunt, executive director of the Davis Education Foundation. “They encourage their employees to engage in community efforts and provide organized service opportunities for members of the Chevron family. The level of generosity exemplified by Chevron makes them stand out among their peers. When Chevron gives, the needle can really move on important education and social initiatives.” Creating Career Pathways Chevron also sponsors scholarships at Davis Technical College and provides an industry perspective on the college’s advisory and executive boards. Chevron and Davis Tech also recently launched an operator internship program — creating a direct pathway from coursework to full-time employment at the refinery. Josh Hobson was looking for a career shift after serving in the Marines and working as a roughneck on oil rigs. While he was studying in Davis Technology College’s automation and robotics program, Josh completed a three-month paid internship at the Chevron refinery that offered realistic career exploration and skill development. He then accepted a job offer to join Chevron full time as an operator trainee. “I don’t think anywhere can prepare you for the schedule or the magnitude of what you’ll be dealing with on a daily basis,” said Josh. “With the internship, you can go through and touch all of the equipment in a controlled environment. But it can be a wild beast out there. The internship is really good with that. I was able to piggyback a couple of really great operators who led me through it.” For its dedication to enhancing learning outcomes, Chevron received the 2024 Honors in Education Award from Utah First Lady Abby Cox. It’s not YouTube fame, it’s better. Chevron provides a critical channel of opportunity that will shape the success of our industry and our communities. 11 UPDATE
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