Drilling & Completions Engineering Student

Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL); Calgary; On-site; CAD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Relocation assistance under StudentRel

Volunteer opportunities

Intern Social Committee

Job summary

Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL) seeks an Engineering Student to join our Development Operations team in Calgary for a 4‑month term. You will assist in planning, data analysis, and optimization of well completions and abandonments, gaining exposure to industry software like Wellview, Accumap, Tableau, and Power BI.

You are in 2nd–4th year of engineering and hold a valid Class 5 Alberta license. This role emphasizes collaboration, organization, and the ability to manage competing

Qualifications

• Enrolled in 2nd–4th year of an Engineering degree (Chemical, Process, Mechanical, Energy, and Petroleum/Oil & Gas preferred).
• Valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license or equivalent out-of-province license.
• Motivated, collaborative, organized, and able to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineering team with data acquisition and analysis for optimization projects.
• Gain hands-on experience with Wellview, Accumap, Tableau, and Power BI.
• Learn all aspects of well operations in drilling and completions.

Skills

Data analysis

Collaboration

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Engineering degree program (2nd–4th year)

Tools

Wellview

Accumap

Tableau

Power BI

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

We are looking for a motivated Engineering Student to join our fast-paced Development Operations team! You will have the exciting opportunity to be part of an active engineering team responsible for the planning, execution and optimization of operations related to well completions and/or well abandonment activities. Become a part of one of Canada's largest independent oil and gas producers.

• Job location: Calgary, AB - Head Office
• Work schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off, 8 hours per day (Monday - Friday)
• Term length: 4 months
• Term start: May 2027
• Safety sensitive position: Yes

Key Accountabilities

• Support an engineering team through data acquisition and analysis for optimization projects, well records reviews, lookback reviews and ongoing operations and engineering support
• Acquire hands-on experience with several widely used industry software programs including Wellview, Accumap, Tableau and Power BI
• Gain exposure to all aspects of well operations in drilling and completions

What You Bring To The Role

• Currently enrolled in your 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of an Engineering degree program (Chemical, Process, Mechanical, Energy, and Petroleum/Oil & Gas disciplines preferred)
• Possess a valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license or equivalent out of province license
• Motivated, collaborative, organized, and able to manage competing priorities

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays in July and August
• 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)
• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Opportunities to partake in initiatives such as the Intern Social Committee

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

All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. This posting will close once a successful candidate has been selected.

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: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

Check out some of our Student Testimonials!