The Youth Day in the framework of St. Petersburg International Gas Forum – the industry’s largest business event – will be held for the twelfth time in 2026. Traditionally, it will serve as a unique informational, intellectual, and project-based platform, bringing together representatives of the industry’s business elite, heads of international energy projects, and young people from leading universities.
The project is implemented by St. Petersburg State University of Economics with the support of Gazprom, Expoforum, and partner companies. Over the years, more than 2000 young people from 70 countries have participated in the project.
In 2026, the key focus of the event will be human resources and technological support for the construction and operation of energy megaprojects.
Particular emphasis is placed on:
Youth Day creates opportunities for those whose competencies shape the future of the gas industry: engineers, economists, ecologists, and managers.
Project stages
Until 13 July 2026 – registration. From 13 to 15 July 2026 – entrance test for the applicants and announcement of the results.
From 16 July to 3 August 2026 – participation in the virtual business lab “Energy Megaprojects” and selection of top 30-35 participants.
From 6 to 9 October 2026 – participation of the top 30-35 students in the Youth Day events at the SPIGF venue in Expoforum. The program will include workshops, business game, project session, off-tie meeting with industry executives and experts, career lounge, as well as attending SPIGF Plenary Session and Exhibition.
Working languages: Russian, English.
Selection criteria
