[3][4] SPE provides a worldwide forum for oil and natural gas exploration and production (E&P) professionals to exchange technical knowledge and best practices.

SPE manages OnePetro and PetroWiki, in addition to publishing magazines, peer-reviewed journals, and books.

[5] SPE also hosts more than 100 events each year across the globe[6] as well as providing online tools and in-person training opportunities.

Petroleum engineers who become members of SPE gain access to several member benefits like a complimentary subscription to the Journal of Petroleum Technology, unlimited free webinars, and discounts on SPE events (conferences, workshops, training courses, etc.)

Annually, SPE recognizes individuals for their contribution to the oil and gas industry at the regional and international levels.

[14] SPE International Awards are announced online, featured in the Journal of Petroleum Technology, and presented at the Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition.

Nominees are notified of their nomination and must submit a summary of their biography, a presentation that can be given in thirty minutes or less, and additional information for the DL committee.

SPE Journal, a leading publication in oil, petroleum, and natural gas, offers peer-reviewed papers showcasing methods and technology solutions by industry experts.

SPE publishes five online magazines: Launched in March 2007, OnePetro.org is a multi-society library that allows users to search for and access a broad range of technical literature related to the oil and gas exploration and production industry.

The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) operates OnePetro on behalf of the participating organizations.