Kearl Mine Services Engineer Student - January 2026

Exxon Mobil; Alberta; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking an Engineering Intern for an 8 to 12-month term in Kearl, Alberta. You will collaborate with the site engineering team to optimize operations while gaining hands-on experience. Ideal candidates are enrolled in an engineering program with a preference for disciplines in mining, civil, or industrial. The position requires a legally entitled eligibility to work in Canada and offers FIFO arrangements. Preference is given to Indigenous candidates from specified communities.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in credited engineering program, preference to Mining, Civil or Industrial disciplines.
• Prior field experience in mining or civil earthworks is an asset.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Work with site engineering team to drive continuous improvement.
• Engage across 4 shift crews to support process alignment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Communication skills

Independence

Growth mindset

Education

Enrolled in credited engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

Deswik

Job description

What you will do

• You will be working closely with the site engineering team and field leadership and offered a variety of opportunities to integrate engineering and technical knowledge in an operational environment to drive continuous improvement, execution optimization and establish best practices. Including but not limited to:
• • Design review and optimization across civil and water management
  • Technology applications and opportunities across all scopes
  • Data interpretation, analytics and performance feedback to teams
  • Engagement across 4 shift crews to support and drive alignment in process and best practices improvements
• You will be FIFO (Fly in, fly out) and be based at Kearl site working 14 days on, 14 days off rotation (camp)

About you

Skills and Qualifications

• Enrolled in credited engineering program, preference to Mining, Civil or Industrial disciplines
• Prior field experience in mining or civil earthworks is an asset
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Willing to FIFO (hubs Calgary/Edmonton) and live in camp during 14 days schedule

Preferred Qualifications/ Experience

• Enrolled in engineering program
• Prior project, mining or civil earthworks experience is an asset, but not required
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or Deswik is beneficial, though not mandatory
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision and oversight
• Growth mindset, highly motivated and driven to learn, improve and engage in diverse teams
• Self-starter with strong analytical, collaboration and communication skills
• Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates, particularly those from the Wood Buffalo Region
• If you are a candidate who wishes to self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations or Métis) for eligibility in our preferential Indigenous recruitment program, you must attach a proof of membership letter from your association/settlement/band office to your application. This information will be used solely for the purpose of confirming your eligibility for the preferential recruitment process. Please do not attach a copy of your membership card. Proof of membership must come from one of the following communities: Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation, Fort Chipewyan Metis Association, Fort McKay First Nation, Fort McMurray 468 First Nation, Fort McKay Metis Nation/Community Association, Mikisew Cree First Nation, & McMurray Metis

Location: Kearl, AB

Work Term: 8 to 12 Months

Other Considerations

• We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
• For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment background screening will be required.
• In certain situations, Imperial may use your application to consider your suitability for other positions in the company and may also provide the information to its affiliates, including affiliates of ExxonMobil Corporation, in connection with possible opportunities at those affiliates.
• To be considered for employment, your most recent unofficial transcript(s) must be submitted.
• Certain preferences in the recruitment process will be provided to candidates that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations or Metis) from one of the communities mentioned above. A proof of membership letter from your association/settlement/band office will need to be attached to your application.

Imperial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Imperial is committed to providing equitable treatment and equal opportunity to all individuals and encourages all eligible applicants to apply.

Imperial conducts business in a manner that respects the land, environment, rights and cultures of Indigenous communities. In the areas where we explore, develop and operate, Imperial engages Indigenous communities in open and forthright consultation and strives to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect. Please see here for more information on Imperial’s Indigenous Relations Guiding Principles and Guidelines.

Imperial is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request at [e-mail].

Eligibility to work in Canada: All applicants who receive an offer of employment must be eligible to work in Canada on a regular full-time basis without restrictions on their start date. Proof of eligibility shall be in the form of a Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, Canadian citizenship certificate, Canadian certificate of permanent residence, Canadian open work permit or receipt from Immigration Canada of an application for a post-graduate work permit.

Proof of eligibility must be current and valid (not expired, cancelled or voided). Proof of eligibility will be required if an offer of employment is made. Failure to provide proof of eligibility at least six (6) weeks prior to the start date may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

Job ID: 81942

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