Summer Student, AI and Data Scientist

PETRONAS Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Canada is seeking summer students for a full-time position in Calgary from May to August 2026. This role offers exposure to the energy industry through collaboration, mentoring, and hands-on tasks related to AI and data science. Candidates should be enrolled in their 3rd or 4th year of relevant university programs and have coding expertise with AI tools. Flexible work arrangements and competitive compensation are offered.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Hybrid work options

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an undergraduate degree or diploma program at a Canadian post-secondary institution.
• Returning to undergraduate studies after the work term.
• Enrolled in 3rd or 4th year Bachelor of Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science or similar.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement AI-driven solutions aligned with strategic business objectives.
• Explore opportunities for predictive models for market forecasting and pricing optimization.
• Build and maintain automation pipelines for commercial reporting and decision support.

Skills

Collaboration

Coding expertise

AI tools

Education

Undergraduate degree or diploma program

Tools

AI tools such as Co-pilot

Job description

PETRONAS Canada is one of the largest natural gas resource owners in Canada. We have operations in the Montney play in northeast British Columbia and are a partner in LNG Canada. As part of PETRONAS, a dynamic global energy group with presence in over 100 countries, we are well‑positioned to provide global markets with responsibly‑developed Canadian energy while supporting local jobs, collaborating with Indigenous communities and protecting the environment.

At PETRONAS Canada, we are committed to building Canada’s energy future – and people are fundamental to our success. We foster a culture of open collaboration and empowerment across our team of skilled professionals, while supporting career development opportunities. To support our growth plans, we are looking for can‑do problem solvers to join our team who are innovative and passionate about driving strong safety, operational and sustainability performance in everything we do. Our unique culture and commitment to growth makes the company a great place to build your career.

THE ROLE

PETRONAS Canada is a great place to launch a career that is enriched with knowledge, technical skills and mentorship. Our summer student program provides an opportunity to experience real‑world challenges, collaborate with diverse teams, network with other students and create a vision for your future career path.

Working with our New Ventures & Business Excellence team in Calgary, this will be a full‑time student position from May through August 2026. During your summer, you will gain exposure to the energy industry by attending sessions hosted by subject matter experts and will have an opportunity to showcase your learnings with your student network. We are looking for capable, energetic, and driven individuals to join us in our passion for progress. Expand your potential with us!

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

• AI Strategy & IntegrationDesign and implement AI‑driven solutions aligned with strategic business objectivesCollaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify high‑impact use cases for AI and automation across commercial and strategic domainsRecommend adoption of already proven AI‑driven solutions long‑term effectiveness and efficiencies
• Data Science & ModelingExplore opportunities for predictive models for market forecasting, pricing optimization and commercial risk analysisApply machine learning and deep learning techniques to extract insights from structured and unstructured data (e.g., market reports, transactional data, APIs)
• Workflow AutomationBuild and maintain automation pipelines for commercial reporting, performance dashboards, and strategic planning toolsIntegrate AI capabilities into existing systems to streamline decision support and reduce manual interventions
• Governance & EthicsEnsure AI models comply with internal governance frameworks and ethical standardsConduct AI risk assessments and maintain documentation for transparency and audit readiness
• Stakeholder EngagementTranslate technical findings into actionable business insights for senior leadershipProvide training and support to commercial teams on AI tools and capabilities

WHAT YOU BRING

• Actively enrolled in an undergraduate degree or diploma program at a Canadian post‑secondary institution, and must be returning to undergraduate studies after the work term
• Enrolled in 3rd or 4th year Bachelor of Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science or other similar post‑secondary programs
• Ability to work collaboratively cross‑functionally, acting as a bridge between technical teams and business units, translating complex models into business value
• Coding expertise and experience with AI tools such as Co‑pilot is required

Job postings are typically only open for applications for one week so please submit your resume, cover letter, and transcript today.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM

Flexible work arrangements which include a compressed work week with Friday afternoons off and hybrid work options for office‑based roles

Dress for your day - a casual yet professional environment

Meaningful, challenging and rewarding work experience, relevant to your field of study

Learn from knowledgeable mentors who will provide you with insight into what it will be like to work in your chosen career

Ability to contribute to a dynamic organization with large growth ambitions

Competitive compensation

Work for a company that is making a positive difference in our communities through volunteerism, community support and providing opportunities to those in the areas where we work