An applicant for professional engineer must meet the following requirements in one of the two subdivisions. Demonstrate progressive experience of four years or more on engineering projects of sufficient quality acquired subsequent to graduation, indicating that the applicant is qualified to be placed in responsible charge of engineering work. Engineering Intern An applicant for engineering intern must meet the following requirements in one of the two subdivisions. Pass the engineering fundamentals part of the written exam for professional engineers. Pass the engineering fundamentals part of the written exam for professional engineers.
All states require petroleum engineers to be licensed.
Licensing requirements vary by state. In many states, the education and experience requirements are flexible. Thus a worker who has extra years of work experience may be able to substitute some experience for the required education. Contact your State Board of Engineering for specific information about licensing requirements for petroleum engineers.