The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) provides its members with access to technical publications, training and technical sections worldwide. SPE France is the Society's French Section. It organises technical lectures, webinars and local events for professionals and students in France.
JPT, OnePetro and technical communities
Conferences, courses and training
SPE Connect and international events
Mentoring, publishing and leadership
SPE members can use OnePetro to find technical papers on drilling, reservoirs, production and other engineering topics. Membership currently includes an annual allowance of ten paper downloads, subject to SPE's membership terms.
SPE Technical Sections bring together members working in the same engineering disciplines worldwide. Members can join technical sections covering subjects such as artificial lift, geothermal energy, hydrogen and data science, and participate in their technical discussions, workshops and webinars.
SPE France organises technical lectures, webinars and professional meetings in France and online. Section volunteers also support activities involving students and Young Professionals.
SPE France Board members and PetroBowl regional qualifier participants, Paris La Défense, 2025.
Technical Talks & Distinguished Lectures
Technical presentations, webinars and expert discussions.
Professional Networking
Connect with professionals in Paris, Pau and online.
Student & Young Professional Engagement
Student chapters, competitions and career development.
Volunteering & Leadership
Contribute to Section activities and committees.
Student members can take part in SPE student chapters and competitions, including PetroBowl. SPE also offers scholarship programmes, subject to eligibility requirements.
Early-career members can participate in SPE Young Professionals activities, join international Technical Sections and read The Way Ahead, SPE's publication for young professionals.
Members can submit technical papers, speak at events and volunteer with SPE sections. They can also participate in technical discussions and support students and younger engineers.
SPE membership is administered directly by the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE International), not by SPE France.
Membership fees and eligibility depend on your membership category and country of residence. Student membership conditions and graduate discounts are subject to SPE's current membership policies.
Some employers may reimburse professional association membership fees as part of their learning and development programmes.
For current fees, eligibility criteria and registration, please visit SPE International.
For questions about local activities, technical events, volunteering or getting involved with the French Section, please contact our team.
Email: contact@spefrance.org