Drilling & Completions Engineering Intern

Paramount Resources; Calgary; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Paramount Resources Ltd. in Calgary invites engineering students to join a 16-month Engineering Internship Program starting May 2027. Interns will work two eight-month assignments in Drilling Engineering and Completions Engineering, gaining field exposure and hands-on project experience.

You will be based in our downtown Calgary office, with supervision from a Senior Engineer, and opportunities for field visits to understand field operations and servicing in a collaborative learning environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in 3rd year of a PETR/MECH/CHEM/ENERGY/O&G/CIVIL engineering program.
• Bachelor of Engineering program at University of Calgary, University of Saskatchewan, or Queens.
• Admitted to the Engineering Internship Program.
• Eligible to work in Canada.
• Oil & gas internship or field experience is an asset.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and accept feedback.
• Motivated, hard-working and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Support Drilling Engineering: assist with infrastructure maintenance and project execution planning for drilling at wells.
• Support Completions Engineering: assist with planning, design and execution of completions operations.
• Review performance and adjacent wells to assess competitiveness within the sector.
• Receive supervision and mentorship from a Senior Engineer throughout the internship.
• Participate in field visits to gain practical understanding of field operations.

Skills

Data analysis

MS Office

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

DRILLING & COMPLETIONS ENGINEERING INTERN

At Paramount Resources Ltd. we’re driven by the passion to be the best. Paramount is dynamic, fast-moving and unsatisfied with the status quo. A combination of focused approach, technical expertise and financial depth has propelled us into one of the top exploration and production companies in Canada. While our continued progress can be attributed to many factors, our people are the primary reason for Paramount’s success. Our premium land positions, diversified portfolio and financial flexibility set the stage for our talented teams to showcase their proven ability to deliver top-tier results.

We’re a Canadian company based in Calgary, Alberta and our shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol POU.

About this opportunity

We are looking for engineering students in the Engineering Internship Program for a 16-month work term commencing in May 2027. Paramount Resources Engineering Interns will be placed on two eight-month assignments in Drilling Engineering and Completions Engineering.

The Engineering Internship program is part of Paramount’s overall New Graduate Recruitment program which also includes the Summer Student and Rotational New Grad (EIT) positions.

This position is based in-person, in our downtown Calgary office.

What you’ll be doing

• You will be exposed to typical engineering responsibilities in the assignment area. Engineering areas include Drilling Engineering (8 months) and Completions Engineering (8 months).
• In Drilling Engineering, you will be responsible for the infrastructure maintenance of oil and gas fields and gain a foundational understanding of process flow and piping. You will have the opportunity to assist senior engineers with building execution programs for drilling at specific wells.
• In Completions Engineering, you will be responsible for planning, designing, and executing operations within the completions group. You will be able to review performance and adjacent wells within Paramount’s scope to analyze competitiveness within the oil and gas sector.
• You will be supervised and mentored by a Senior Engineer within the group during your internship period.
• You will be encouraged to go on field visits to acquire a better understanding of field and servicing Drilling & Completions within a team.

Who you are

• You are currently in your 3 rd year enrolled in a Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical, Energy, Oil and Gas, or Civil Engineering program.
• You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Engineering Program at one of the following institutions: University of Calgary, University of Saskatchewan, or Queens.
• You are admitted to the Engineering Internship Program.
• You are eligible to work in Canada.
• You are someone with previous oil and gas experience (field experience considered an asset).
• You are able to work effectively in a team environment.
• You are someone who values feedback as a learning tool.
• You are motivated, hard-working and determined to achieve superior results.
• You are focused and have a keen attention to detail.

What you have

• You have a strong safety mindset.
• You have a valid driver’s license and two or more years of driving experience.
• You have a strong obligation to accountability.
• You have strong computer skills including data analysis and MS Office skills.You have demonstrated effective decision-making skills.
• You have good communication and presentation skills.

This position will provide you with an opportunity to leverage your skills in support of a Canadian-based energy company. You will receive on-the-job experience, coaching and training and work in a collaborative learning environment. Paramount offers competitive compensation. Successful candidates for this position will also be considered for future New Graduate positions.

Paramount is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application Deadline

October 12, 2026

Job Location

Calgary, AB

Job Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7.5-hour work days

Term Start

May 2027

Term Length

16 months