While studies show that many members of Generation-Y (born 1982-1995) are more concerned about high salaries and a work-life balance than their predecessors, a recent Deloitte survey of young oil-and-gas professionals refutes that notion.

The survey reveals that Generation-Y employees in the oil-and-gas industry are different from their peers in a number of ways. Generation-Y oil-and-gas workers seem to be happier in their jobs, with 83% reported being “very satisfied” or “somewhat satisfied” with their current jobs. According to the Deloitte findings, fewer than 70% of Generation-Y members in other ...