Student Geologist

Ovintiv; Calgary; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Vacation program

Mentorship and training

In-office environment

Job summary

Ovintiv is offering a summer geoscience internship in Canada. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to gain hands-on experience in exploration, reservoir characterization, development and operations.

You’ll interpret logs, map geology, and assist with structural modelling and core analysis under expert mentorship. Ideal candidates are enrolled full-time in geoscience/geology programs and can work in Canada without sponsorship, available May–August 2027, with compensation reflecting academic

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship.
• Enrolled in a Canadian university program in Geoscience or Geology.
• Full-time student through December 2027.
• Available May 3, 2027 - August 19, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Log interpretation, geologic mapping and structural modelling.
• Investigate parameters influencing productivity and economics.
• Identify opportunities for new well locations or pad optimization.
• Support operations through drilling and completions related to rock properties.
• Engage in multidisciplinary integration (Geophysics, Petrophysics, etc.).

Skills

Log interpretation

Geologic mapping

Structural modelling

Core analysis

Education

Geoscience/Geology undergraduate student

Full-time student through Dec 2027

Job description

At Ovintiv, our products fuel the world through safe, affordable, and reliable energy. We are proud of our purpose, and attracting the right people is the key to its success. As an employer, we recognize your potential and professional aspirations, and are committed to your career development. We offer employees an inclusive work environment with highly competitive compensation and flexibility. Ovintiv’s workplace culture is built upon our foundational values of One, Agile, Driven and Innovative, and we are relentlessly committed to safe and sustainable operations. We value the opportunity to engage and collaborate in person, believing this is best cultivated through our in-office environment. We drive societal progress by valuing our workforce, strengthening the communities we call home and respecting the rights of all. Join our team as we make modern life possible. Posting Close Date: 10/02/2026 Kick-start your geoscience career with Ovintiv. As a summer intern, you will work alongside industry experts, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain hands-on experience on some of North America's premier energy assets. Working within multidisciplinary teams, you will develop technical skills, learn from experienced mentors, and see how geology helps drive business decisions and operational success. Our Geoscience interns will be placed in a position that will give them exposure to the many roles of a professional geoscientist, including Exploration, Reservoir Characterization, Development and Operations.

Responsibilities

• Log interpretation, geologic mapping, structural modelling, core analysis.
• Investigating critical parameters that influence productivity and economics.
• Identify opportunities for new well locations or pad optimization.
• Supporting operations through drilling and completions as it relates to rock properties.
• Multi-disciplinary integration (e.g. Geophysics, Petrophysics, etc.).

Required Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited Canadian university program in Geoscience, Geology.
• Must be enrolled as a full-time student through December 2027.
• Available May 3, 2027 - August 19, 2027.
• In accordance with applicable law, the following represents Ovintiv's reasonable estimate of the hiring compensation range for this role.

Hiring Hourly Range: $28.13 - $40.96 CAD Compensation may vary and will be determined by academic experience and placement location.

VALUING YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS

Ovintiv values the contribution of new talent and recruits ambitious, high-performing students who are committed to excellence. At Ovintiv, you will work on challenging and rewarding hands‑on projects that apply and expand your business and technical skills. You will have opportunities to demonstrate your initiative and determination in ways that make a positive impact on Ovintiv and further develop your talents.

INTERVIEWS

Students selected for an interview will be contacted to arrange a suitable interview time. No telephone inquiries, please; only those students selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank you for your interest in working at Ovintiv and wish you success in your job search. At Ovintiv, we value diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please note that due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to any individual inquiry about the status of your application. Ovintiv is a leading North American energy producer that is focused on growing its strong portfolio of diverse resource plays producing natural gas, oil and natural gas liquids. By partnering with employees, community organizations and other businesses, Ovintiv contributes to the strength and sustainability of the communities where it operates.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, life, disability and insurance coverage you can customize to meet your personal needs.
• Wellness programs to support your emotional, social, financial and physical wellbeing including an employee and family assistance program.
• A competitive vacation program along with the first and third Friday of every month off to encourage work/life balance.
• A market-leading Family Leave practice which includes 16 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers and 10 paid parental days for secondary caregivers.
• An annual bonus program designed to recognize both individual and company performance.
• A long-term incentive program (eligibility varies based on position) to provide you an ownership stake in the company.
• An annual allowance to use for items most meaningful to you, such as a home computer, fitness club membership, transportation costs, etc.
• A generous retirement plan including both employee and company contributions.
• An opportunity to give back to your community or charity of choice through a volunteer program and a matching donation program up to $10,000.