Project Coordinator - Intern

SECURE; Calgary; On-site; CAD 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

SECURE is offering a Project Coordinator Intern position based in Calgary, Alberta. You will support the Project Management team with planning, scheduling, and execution of small engineering and maintenance projects within our operations network.

This role provides hands-on experience across safety, regulatory, and MOC processes. Ideal candidates are in a third-year engineering program, with strong organizational and communication skills, and a willingness to learn and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program and able to participate for 12–16 months.
• Engineering-focused, with basic PM understanding and willingness to learn on-the-job.
• Familiarity with MS Office, SharePoint, and project documentation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with planning and executing small sustaining, optimization, and MOC projects.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, estimates, and approval documents.
• Coordinate with Operations, contractors, and vendors to track progress and record changes.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Third year Engineering

Tools

SharePoint

MS Project

Job description

About Us

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our customers. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations — mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE and be part of a team that steps up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

Your Opportunity at SECURE

Summer positions will run May-August 2027. Co-op and Internship positions may extend beyond the summer term depending on the requirements of the academic program and the business. These terms may be 4, 8, 12, or 16 months in length.

What We Need From You?

At SECURE, we roll up our sleeves and take on the tough stuff with grit, innovation, and teamwork. We’re looking for students who are:

• Ready to embrace challenges and bring forward new ideas.
• Determined, resilient, and driven to see tasks through.
• Adaptable and resourceful, with a strong ability to collaborate.
• Motivated to perform at a high level and support the team.

To be eligible for the SECURE Student program, you must:

• Be enrolled in a post-secondary institution and available for the duration of the program.
• Be enrolled in a recognized internship program through an accredited post-secondary institution.
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent residency, or a valid work permit.
• Complete a Medical and/or Alcohol and Drug test if the role is considered safety-sensitive.

Your Opportunity at SECURE

As our Project Coordinator Intern, you will support the Project Management team with the coordination and execution of smaller engineering, maintenance, optimization, and Management of Change (MOC) projects initiated by our Operations team.Projects may involve tanks, instrumentation, registered vessels, process piping, pipelines, pumps, process optimization, and other site improvements. The intern will be responsible for completing clearly defined tasks and simple projects under the guidance of Project Managers and other experienced team members.

This role is based inCalgary, Alberta.

The Team

The Technical Services team at SECURE delivers expert solutions to improve operations, boost performance, and drive innovation. Specializing in safe, efficient infrastructure projects and managing well health, geology, and project execution, the team is committed to quality, sustainability, and operational excellence while fostering a culture of safety, knowledge sharing, and reliable results.

Work Environment

This is a full-time internship position based in Calgary, Alberta, structured as a 12-16-month fixed-term contract beginning in May 2027.

You will work in a collaborative technical environment alongside Asset Integrity, Preventative Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations teams. The role combines office-based project work with occasional field visits to SECURE facilities which will include coordination and execution of smaller engineering, maintenance, optimization, and Management of Change (MOC) projects initiated by our Operations team

This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience supporting the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of assets across SECURE's network

A Day in The Life

• Support Project Managers with the planning and execution of small sustaining, optimization, and MOC projects.
• Assist with developing project scopes, budgets, schedules, estimates, and approval documents.
• Coordinate with Operations, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain project trackers, files, drawings, specifications, cost records, and correspondence.
• Track milestones, budgets, risks, deficiencies, and action items.
• Prepare meeting minutes, status updates, and project documentation.
• Support safety, regulatory, MOC, turnover, and closeout requirements.
• Complete simple projects and assigned tasks under the guidance of a Project Manager.
• Travel Requirements ~5% field time, with travel across AB, BC, SK, and North Dakota.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Third year Engineering to be completed at the start of the internship.
• Strong organizational, communication, writing, and time-management skills.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to organize information, maintain accurate records, and track project activities.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and work collaboratively with Operations, Project Management, contractors, and vendors.
• Ability to work independently on clearly defined tasks and meet deadlines.
• Previous experience in Oil & Gas, industrial construction, maintenance, field operations, or project coordination is an asset.
• Familiarity with project management software, SharePoint, drawings, technical specifications, or process equipment is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to field locations is an asset.

What's in it for you

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth — for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team that takes pride in tackling tough challenges and making a meaningful contribution. We attract, retain, and motivate employees with competitive compensation and by recognizing performance.

We Got This.

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SECURE is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants are not assessed on race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.