Student - Automation Engineer (Electrical/Software/Computer) - September 2025

Joining Suncor means you will work for one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.

At Suncor, our student positions offer an exceptional opportunity to gain significant and meaningful work experience. Work alongside some of the most talented people in the energy industry, benefitting from their mentorship and support. With a broad offering of field and corporate experience, Suncor will empower you to shape the trajectory of your career. Many of our students go on to become permanent Suncor employees after they graduate!

Suncor has a vast student network where you’ll have the chance to meet fellow students from across Canada as part of our Fort McMurray Young Professionals Group (FMYP).

By applying to this posting, Automation, Electrical, and Computer and Software Engineering candidates will be considered for various opportunities within Suncor. Our team will match you to opportunities that are most relevant to your studies. Our hiring leaders will provide detailed position information during the interview process for you to better understand the role.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate program or a related program at an accredited postsecondary institution with a Major in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering Technology, and a Minor in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or vice-versa
• Attach your most recent transcripts with your application
• For some roles, you may need to possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

Location and other Key Details:

• This is a 4, 8, 12, or 16-month term commitment beginning in September 2025. You will be asked to indicate your availability in your application.
• Potential locations for these student roles include Calgary, St. John’s, and Fort McMurray (Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo). You will be asked to indicate your location preferences in your application.
• Relocation support will be provided if required.
• Students who live and work in Fort McMurray are eligible for a cash allowance to address the cost of living and the remote nature of the region. To learn more about living and working in Fort McMurray, click here.
• Learn more about our student and new graduate opportunities here.

Why Suncor?

Suncor's operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and the company's Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks, including Canada's Electric Highway, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations.

With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline, and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We provide rewarding opportunities to learn, contribute, and grow in various career-building positions—offering tremendous potential for your future. We are committed to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We strive to foster an inclusive and respectful work environment through numerous employee inclusion networks, focusing on inclusion, respect, community, and belonging. Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are working to build greater mutual trust and respect with Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request.