Legal, Summer Student

Trans Mountain Corporation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Trans Mountain Corporation is seeking a Legal Summer Student to join its Calgary office. This role offers the chance to assist in drafting legal documents, conducting research, and participating in Legal Department activities within the energy sector. Applicants should be currently enrolled in a Juris Doctor program and possess strong analytical, writing, and organizational skills.

Benefits

Valuable experience for professional development

Opportunity to engage with talented professionals

Competitive compensation

Sense of purpose and community

Meaningful work in the energy industry

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Juris Doctor program at an accredited law school.
• Strong academic record and demonstrated interest in energy law.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and reviewing contracts, agreements, and other legal documents under supervision.
• Conduct legal research on various topics related to energy law.
• Help maintain and organize legal files and documentation.

Skills

Research

Writing

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Trans Mountain Corporation operates Canada’s only pipeline system transporting oil products to the West Coast. We deliver approximately 890,000 barrels of petroleum products each day through a dual pipeline system of more than 1,150 kilometres of pipeline in Alberta, British Columbia and Washington state.

Trans Mountain also operates a state-of-the-art loading facility, Westridge Marine Terminal, with three berths providing tidewater access to global markets.

As a Legal, Summer Student with Trans Mountain, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and fast-paced group of Legal experts. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the energy sector and develop your legal skills in a professional setting.

This position is based in our Calgary Head Office and will report to the Director, Commercial Law.

Duration : May 5, 2025 to August 29, 2025.

Key Responsibilities :

• Assist in drafting and reviewing contracts, agreements, and other legal documents under supervision.
• Conduct legal research on various topics related to energy law and regulatory compliance.
• Support the Legal Department in preparing for meetings, hearings, and negotiations.
• Participate in internal and external meetings, providing legal insights and recommendations.
• Help maintain and organize legal files and documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Legal Department.
• Support the Legal Department in relation to a variety of commercial litigations and regulatory matters.

Qualifications and Professional Experience :

• Currently enrolled in a Juris Doctor (J.D.) program at an accredited law school.
• Strong academic record and demonstrated interest in energy law.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Other Requirements and Information :

• Must be enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution, returning to full-time studies in the Fall term.

The expected pay range for this position is $24.61 to $33.48 CAD per hour.

We offer :

• Valuable experience providing opportunity for professional development and career advancement;
• An opportunity to engage with and learn from some of the most talented and experienced people in the business;
• Competitive compensation;
• A place to share a sense of purpose and build relationships;
• Meaningful work that makes a difference;
• An opportunity within the Canadian energy industry.

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)

Trans Mountain is committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. The diverse viewpoints and cultural knowledge that our employees bring to work enrich our organization’s collective cultural understanding, which is reflected in the work we do every day. We strive to create an environment that is free of barriers to promote full participation in the workplace. Trans Mountain welcomes new team members from traditionally underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.