Shaping the future of energy through leadership, innovation, and scale.
Energy and sustainability careers place MBA students at the center of global transformation, where strategy, innovation, and responsibility intersect. From traditional energy to renewables, infrastructure, and emerging climate solutions, these roles challenge future leaders to balance performance with long-term impact.
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- Get plugged into Energy
- At Rice Business, students pursuing energy and sustainability build strong leadership and analytical skills through hands-on learning, cross-functional collaboration, and deep engagement with one of the world’s most dynamic energy ecosystems in Houston.
Click here to view the CDO’s Energy Roadmap
- Our alumni network continues to open doors. The strong presence of Rice Business graduates helps power career paths for new talent every year.
Recent hiring organizations include:
Amos Global Energy, Apache Corporation, BHP Billiton, Carrizo Oil & Gas, Inc., Chevron, Concho Resources, ConocoPhillips, Exxon Mobil, Hess Corporation, KBR, Kinder Morgan, National Oilwell Varco, Oceaneering, Phillips 66, Schlumberger, Sequitur Energy Resources, Shell, Stallion Oilfield Services, Transocean, Tri-Point Oil & Gas, TRP Energy, Vega Energy, World Fuel Services
Alternative Energy/Sustainability:
EDF Climate Corps, EDF Renewables, EDF Trading North America LLC, EnPower Inc., Environmental Defense Fund, SunPower, Tesla, Inc., Waste Management
Employment with a specific company is not guaranteed. - Our students land a wide range of roles, from internships to post-MBA positions.
Here are just a few examples:
Accelerated Management Program, Analyst, Associate, Business & Commercial, Business Analyst, Business Development, Corporate Development & Strategy, Development Strategy Intern, Digital Transformation Intern, EDF Climate Corps Fellow, Finance and Accounting MBA Intern, Finance/Operations Intern, Financial Analyst, Global Supply Chain MBA Intern, M&A Analyst, Marketing and Business Development, Midstream Commercial Intern, Pricing and Marketing Consultant, Project Management Intern, Strategic Planning Intern, Summer Associate, Treasurer’s Intern
Employment within a specific job function or title is not guaranteed. - Interested in Energy and Sustainability?
Hear directly from Rice Business alumni working in these industries as they share their experiences, insights, and career advice.
Watch this Energy and Sustainability alumni panel to learn more about career paths, industry trends, and how to make the most of your MBA journey.
Connect with the Energy and Clean Tech Association and explore the annual Rice Energy Finance Summit.
Still want more? Explore events in energy at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.
Energy & Sustainability Additional Resources
- Houston – Leading the Transition to a Low-Carbon World
- The global energy landscape is going through major shifts, read more here.
- Explore Houston’s Greentown Labs
