Production Engineering Summer Student

Paramount Resources; Calgary; On-site; CAD 27,552,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Job summary

Paramount Resources Ltd. in Calgary, AB, invites a Production Engineering Student for a 4-month term starting May 2027.

This in-person position offers hands-on experience on the Production & Operations Engineering team with mentorship from a Senior Engineer. You will participate in well reviews, develop production engineering reports and data analytics, and collaborate with Operations, Exploitation and Reservoir teams to optimize field production.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in 2nd or 3rd year Mechanical, Petroleum, Energy or Chemical Engineering.
• You are able to work effectively in a team environment.
• You are someone who values feedback as a learning tool.
• You are motivated, hard-working and determined to achieve superior results.
• You are focused and have a keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Participate in well reviews to evaluate performance and production opportunities.
• Be supervised and mentored by a Senior Engineer within the group for your work term.
• You will learn about project management principles by assisting in the planning and implementation of optimization, production, and operational efficiencies.
• You will develop and maintain Production engineering reports, tools, and data analytics to assess performance and identify trends.
• You will collaborate with our Operations, Exploitation, and Reservoir teams to support our field production.
• You will assist Production Engineers with various project related activities such as assessing field economics and planning requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Feedback-oriented

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Data analysis

MS Office

Education

2nd or 3rd yearMechanical/Petroleum/Energy/Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

PRODUCTION ENGINEERING STUDENT

At Paramount Resources Ltd. we’re driven by the passion to be the best.

Be part of the energy – join Paramount today!

We’re a Canadian company based in Calgary, Alberta and our shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol POU.

Paramount is dynamic, fast-moving and unsatisfied with the status quo. A combination of focused approach, technical expertise and financial depth has propelled us into one of the top exploration and production companies in Canada.

While our continued progress can be attributed to many factors, our people are the primary reason for Paramount’s success. Our premium land positions, diversified portfolio and financial flexibility set the stage for our talented teams to showcase their proven ability to deliver top-tier results.

About this Opportunity

We are looking for a Production Engineering Student to work on the Production & Operations Engineering team for a 4-month term beginning in May 2027. This position will be based in-person, in our downtown Calgary office, with the potential for occasional Field visits within Alberta.

What you’ll be doing

• You will be participating in well reviews to evaluate performance and production opportunities


• You will be supervised and mentored by a Senior Engineer within the group for your work term


• You will learn about project management principles by assisting in the planning and implementation of optimization, production, and operational efficiencies


• You will develop and maintain Production engineering reports, tools, and data analytics to assess performance and identify trends


• You will collaborate with our Operations, Exploitation, and Reservoir teams to support our field production


• You will assist Production Engineers with various project related activities such as assessing field economics and planning requirements

Who you are

• You are currently enrolled in your 2 nd or 3 rd year of Mechanical, Petroleum, Energy, or Chemical Engineering Program


• You are able to work effectively in a team environment.


• You are someone who values feedback as a learning tool.


• You are motivated, hard-working and determined to achieve superior results.


• You are focused and have a keen attention to detail.


• Previous oil and gas experience is not required, however it is considered an asset

• You have:
  
  
  
  • a strong safety mindset
  
  
  • strong computer skills including data analysis and MS Office skills
  
  
  • demonstrated effective decision-making skills
  
  
  • good communication and presentation skills
  
  
  
  

To be eligible for a Paramount Resources student position, you must meet the following requirements

• You are currently enrolled at one of the following post-secondary institutions: University of Calgary, University of Saskatchewan, Queens, or any other Canadian post-secondary with an accredited Engineering Program


• You are available to work the full duration of the outlined work term


• You are currently residing in Calgary or willing to relocate for your work term

• You are legally entitled to work in Canada without restriction, by way of one of the following:
  
  
  
  • Canadian Citizenship
  
  
  • Permanent Residency
  
  
  • Valid work permit
  
  
  
  

What we can offer YOU

This position will provide you with an opportunity to leverage your skills in support of a Canadian-based energy company. You will receive on-the-job experience, coaching and training and work in a collaborative learning environment.

Paramount is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce. Interested candidates who have the required qualifications and wish to apply may submit their application online. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application Deadline

This posting will close when a successful applicant has been selected

Job Location

Calgary, AB

Job Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7.5-hour work days

Term Start

May 2027

Term Length

4 months