Electrical Engineering Student - Conventional or Thermal

Canadian Natural; Calgary; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off during Christmas week

Summer Fridays in July and August

Student relocation assistance

Job summary

Canadian Natural is seeking an Electrical Engineering Student for a hands-on role within Facilities Electrical or Instrumentation and Controls teams at our Calgary head office. This 8-month term starts January or May 2027 and offers exposure to design, construction, operation and optimization of oil and gas facilities.

The role provides collaboration with professional teams, real-world engineering challenges, and opportunities to apply academic knowledge to the Western Canada business.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or Technologist Program in Engineering or within one year of graduation.
• Possess a valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license or equivalent out of province license.

Responsibilities

• Apply electrical, instrumentation and/or controls engineering principles to develop solutions for the conventional or thermal oil and gas business units.
• Work with various teams on reliability focused improvements and initiatives through the application of Lean Six Sigma principles.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Instrumentation

Controls engineering

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's or Engineering Technologist Program

Job description

Electrical Engineering Student - Conventional or Thermal

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Job Description

The Opportunity:

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!

As an Engineering Student working on either our Facilities Electrical or Instrumentation and Controls team, you will gain experience in the design, construction, modification, operation and optimization of oil and gas facilities. You will gain exposure to different types of facilities and electrical, instrumentation and controls designs used in Canadian Natural’s Western Canada business.

• Job location: Calgary, Alberta – Head Office
• Work schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off, 8 hours per day (Monday – Friday)
• Term lengths: 8 months
• Term start: January and May 2027
• Safety sensitive position: Yes

Key Accountabilities:

• Apply electrical, instrumentation and/or controls engineering principles to develop solutions for the conventional or thermal oil and gas business units
• Work with various teams on reliability focused improvements and initiatives through the application of Lean Six Sigma principles

What You Bring to The Role:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or Technologist Program in Engineering or within one year of graduation (Electrical, Instrumentation or Controls disciplines preferred)
• Possess a valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license or equivalent out of province license

What We Offer:

• 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

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.

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.