Engineering Student - Technology and Innovation

Canadian Natural; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Calgary is seeking an Engineering Student for Technology and Innovation for a 12-month term starting September 2026. This role offers the chance to provide technical support, engage in data analysis, and assist in deploying new technologies. Candidates should be currently enrolled in a degree program in Chemical or Mechanical engineering. The position includes benefits such as paid time off, relocation assistance, and community volunteer opportunities.

Benefits

Paid time off during Christmas week

Summer Fridays

Relocation assistance

Volunteer opportunities

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Chemical or Mechanical engineering, all other engineering disciplines will be considered.
• Possess a valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license or equivalent.
• Physically and mentally fit for work.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support of data analysis and assistance.
• Create reports regarding new technologies.
• Support the Technology and Innovation team in deploying new technologies.

Skills

Data analysis

Familiarity with Microsoft Office

Motivated and positive attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

PowerBI

Job description

Engineering Student - Technology and Innovation

Join a company culture that fosters a fun working environment, developing meaningful relationships, and continuous learning! As a Technology and Innovation Engineering Student, you will have the unique opportunity to be central to one of the world’s largest oil and gas operators and gain valuable hands‑on engineering experience. This is a chance to work in a group that touches all aspects of our operations, including production, optimization, recovery, and the environment. You will gain baseline engineering experience and exposure in technology and innovation, working in a multidisciplinary environment. You will be exposed to all aspects of deploying technology and spurring innovation in a large organization.

Take advantage of the opportunity to work closely with experienced individuals and offer your own innovative ideas to move our industry forward.

Details

• Job location: Calgary, AB
• Shift schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off, working Monday to Friday
• Term length: 12 months
• Term starts: September 2026
• Safety sensitive position: Yes

Key Accountabilities

• Provide technical support of data analysis and assistance for the preparation of various applications
• Create reports regarding new technologies in various disciplines
• Support the Technology and Innovation team in scouting, reviewing and deploying new technologies as well as spurring collaboration among business units
• Execute small projects related to technology and innovation

What You Bring to The Role

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Chemical or Mechanical engineering, all other engineering disciplines will be considered
• Familiarity with Microsoft suite of products is considered an asset (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI)
• Motivated and positive attitude
• Required to be physically and mentally fit for work
• Possess a valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license or equivalent out of province license with a reasonably clean driver abstract
• A pre‑employment drug screening test must be successfully completed

What We Offer

• 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

Application

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.