Mineral Land Administration Student

Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL); Calgary; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Relocation assistance under student政策

Volunteer opportunities

Intern Social Committee

Job summary

Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL) invites students to join the Mineral Land Department in Calgary as a Land Administration student. This 4‑month term offers hands-on experience in managing subsurface assets, leases, and contracts, working with Contracts Analysts, Lease Administrators, and IT Systems teams.

You will gain practical knowledge of agreements, digitization of files, and collaboration with Operations and Accounting, while developing professional skills in a structured,

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Petroleum Land Administration certificate or related diploma.
• Bachelor’s degree is an asset (Business/Management).
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management; reliable and independent.
• Willingness to learn and show curiosity.

Responsibilities

• Learn about functions within the Mineral Land department, including Negotiations, Acquisitions & Divestitures, Lease and Contracts Administration.
• Build understanding of lease and contract agreements through coordination with Area Contracts Analysts and Lease Administrators.
• Gain exposure to the QBLM land system and administration of the database housing subsurface, surface, JV and well info.
• Develop knowledge of review, cleanup and digitization of files.
• Familiarize with other departments such as Operations and Accounting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Reliability

Curiosity

QBLM land system

Education

Petroleum Land Administration certificate

Energy Asset Management diploma

Bachelor’s degree (Business/Management)

Tools

QBLM land system

Job description

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

The Mineral Land Department at Canadian Natural is responsible for the acquisition, disposition and ongoing maintenance of Canadian Natural’s subsurface assets (mineral rights). As the Mineral Land Administration Student, you will be working alongside our team of Contracts Analysts, Lease Administrators, Land Information Technology/Systems and Acquisitions and Divestitures groups, who manage the agreements associated with the subsurface assets at Canadian Natural.

• Job location: Calgary, AB – Head Office


• Shift schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off, 8 hours/day (Monday – Friday)


• Term length: 4 months


• Term start: May 2027


• Safety sensitive position: No


• Application deadline: This posting will close once the successful candidate(s) have been selected. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Key Accountabilities And Learnings

• Learn about the various functions and roles within the Mineral Land department, including Negotiations, Acquisitions & Divestitures, Lease and Contracts Administration and Land Shared Services (Information Technology/Systems)


• Build an understanding of various types of agreements including leases and contracts through coordination with the Area Contracts Analysts and Lease Administrators


• Gain exposure to about the QBLM land system and the administration of this database which houses all of Canadian Natural’s subsurface, surface, joint venture and well information


• Develop knowledge of the review, clean-up and digitization of files


• Develop familiarity with other departments at Canadian Natural including Operations and Accounting

What You Bring To The Role

• Currently enrolled in a Petroleum Land Administration certificate, Land Analyst certificate, or Energy Asset Management diploma


• Bachelor’s Degree is an asset (preferred Business or Management)


• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy


• Strong organizational and time management skills


• Reliable and accountable, with the ability to follow through on tasks independently


• Strong curiosity and willingness to learn

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.

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.

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