Business Analyst Robotics Process Automation Student

Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL); Calgary; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Christmas week off

Summer Fridays in July & August

Volunteer opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL) is seeking a Robotics Process Automation (RPA) Student in Calgary, AB. You will work with UiPath on automation projects, supporting business analysis, systems analysis, and project management during the work term.

Term details: May 2027 for 4 months (part-time) or September 2027 for 12 months (full-time). Location at Head Office, Calgary. 5 days on, 2 days off, 8 hours per day.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of an undergraduate degree in Operations Management or Computer Science.
• Basic understanding of the RPA software capabilities used for automation.
• Ability to bridge IT and business concepts between IT and business areas.
• Highly developed analytical skills with strong multi-tasking and prioritization abilities.
• General proficiency with SQL and database query tools (e.g., Microsoft Access and/or SQL+).

Responsibilities

• Document AS IS / TO BE process mappings with business teams.
• Bridge between IT teams and business SME.
• Identify, analyze, and quantify RPA opportunities.
• Develop and maintain technical specifications for RPA development.
• Troubleshoot and repair problems that occur.
• Quantify and report RPA benefits and assist with development as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

IT-business bridging

Strong communication skills

Education

Undergraduate in Operations Management or Computer Science

Tools

SQL

Microsoft Access

SQL+

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you a student looking for an exciting opportunity that is full of meaningful, diverse, and ambitious assignments working alongside industry leading professionals? Join Canadian Natural, where we strive to provide opportunities based on your abilities, helping you to contribute in a meaningful way and apply your academic experience to challenging and rewarding projects!

The Opportunity

As the Robotics Process Automation (RPA) Student, you will work alongside experienced professionals and take part in interesting work assignments that stimulate learning. Utilizing UiPath, the team’s focus is to deliver value add projects by developing and implementing RPA workflows throughout the business to automate routine tasks. As a student, you will perform multiple functions including business analysis, systems analysis, project management, and process development and automation.

• Job location: Calgary, AB – Head Office
• Shift schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off, 8 hours/day (Monday - Friday)
• Term starts and lengths:
  • May 2027 – 4 months, Part-Time
  • September 2027 – 12 months, Full-Time
• Safety sensitive position: No

Key Accountabilities

• Work with the business teams to document detailed AS IS / TO BE process mapping
• Act as a bridge between the technical teams and the business Subject Matter Expert (SME)
• Identify, analyze and quantify RPA opportunities
• Develop and maintain technical specifications and documentation to be used by the RPA development team
• Assist to troubleshoot and repair problems that occur
• Quantify and report RPA Benefits
• RPA development as required

What You Bring To The Role

• Currently enrolled in your 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of an undergraduate degree program in Operations Management or Computer Science
• Basic understanding of the RPA software capabilities used for automation
• Ability to understand technical and business concepts to bridge the gap between IT and business areas
• Highly developed analytical skills, strong multi-tasking and prioritizing abilities, and excellent written and verbal communication skills
• General proficiency with SQL and database query tools such as Microsoft Access and/or SQL+
• Knowledge of Oil & Gas terminology and concepts would be an asset

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays in July and August
• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Students may be eligible for relocation assistance pursuant to Canadian Natural's Student Relocation Policy (Students will be responsible for finding their own accommodations during the work term)
• Opportunities to partake in initiatives such as the Intern Social Committee

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS overview to learn more about we have to offer!

About Us

Canadian Natural operates one of the largest Campus Recruitment programs in the country, hiring over 400 students every year. Students hired on with us are made to feel a part of the team, gaining high level experience, knowledge, and training that introduces and prepares them for full-time employment.

We are proud to share that Canadian Natural has been ranked as a Top Employer for 2023, 2024 and 2025 by Canada's Future Workforce and also one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025 and 2026.

Industry Leader

We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.

Community Investment

Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.

Compensation and Benefits

We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.

Our People, Our Stories

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