Ashley Eber knows how powerful it can be to step into a new challenge. Since joining Williams as a contractor and building experience across project controls, IT projects, large-scale transformations and organizational change initiatives, she has seen how hands-on opportunities can accelerate growth. 

Today, as Williams expands its approach to developing early-career talent, Ashley is helping lead a new program designed to give participants meaningful experience, technical expertise and the confidence to take on what’s next. 

What do you hope participants will take away from this program? 

Above all, I hope participants gain a strong foundation and greater confidence in their abilities. The program is designed to build technical knowledge while helping participants realize that if they can successfully navigate challenges during this experience, they can accomplish a great deal. 

Throughout my career at Williams, mentorship has played a valuable role in my growth. I wouldn’t be where I am today without leaders who invested in my development and encouraged me to stretch beyond my comfort zone. 

We wanted to create that same support system for participants in this program. Taking on purpose-driven work early in your career can feel intimidating, but having experienced mentors to provide guidance, share perspective and help navigate challenges makes a huge difference. 

What qualities are you looking for in candidates? 

Curiosity is one of the most important qualities. I’ve had the opportunity to work with talented people across a variety of teams and disciplines at Williams, and the individuals who stand out are often the ones who are eager to learn, ask questions and seek out new experiences. 

This program includes both an engineering track and a business track, creating opportunities for participants to learn alongside peers with different perspectives and experiences. 

As Williams continues to grow and advance critical infrastructure projects, developing the next generation of engineering talent is especially important. We’re looking for engineers who are excited to solve complex problems, contribute to real-world projects and help shape the future of the industry. 

How has your own career journey helped shape your vision for this program? 

When I joined Williams, I couldn’t have predicted where my career would take me. Something I’ve learned along the way is that growth often comes from the opportunities that challenge you the most. Every new role, project and experience helped me build skills, confidence and relationships that prepared me for the next step. 

That’s what we hope this program provides for participants. Whether they’re in the engineering or business track, I hope participants leave the program with a greater understanding of what’s possible for their future and the confidence to pursue opportunities they may not have considered before. 

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Ready to take the next step in your career journey? Applications for the 2027 Accelerated Development Program are open now and check out our 2026 early career fall recruitment events to connect with the Williams team.