This study aims to identify ways in which the corporate university can contribute to the promotion of social responsibility in the work environment. It is a survey in an oil and gas company located in several Brazilian states, based on qualitative research to capture employees' perception of social responsibility. The results demonstrated the importance of the corporate university in promoting social responsibility as an added value to the company's business. From the results of this study, it is expected to stimulate the reduction of the gap between speech and practice.