Summer Student, Legal

PETRONAS Energy Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements (compressed

Casual but professional environment

Meaningful work experience

Mentors and professional growth

Competitive compensation

Job summary

PETRONAS Canada is seeking a motivated summer student to join the Legal team in Calgary from May through August 2027. You will gain exposure to the energy sector, attend expert-led sessions, and showcase your learnings with peers.

The position emphasizes capable, energetic, and driven individuals who can contribute to progress while expanding their potential within a dynamic organization that values mentorship and meaningful work.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in 2nd year of a JD or 3rd year of a combined JD program and plans to return to studies after the term.
• Maintain professionalism, integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with legal research/writing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide general support within the Legal group, including researching and analyzing legal issues.
• Communicate with internal clients.
• Review and negotiate contracts.
• Review and interpret legislation, policies and related documentation.
• Interface with client groups professionally on various matters for the Legal department.
• Participate in various projects as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

2nd year JD / 3rd year combined JD

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. 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 Legal team in Calgary, this will be a full-time student position from May through August 2027. 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:

• Provide general support within the Legal group which could include assistance with: Researching and analyzing legal issues
• Communicating with internal clients
• Reviewing and negotiating contracts
• Reviewing and interpreting legislation, policies and related documentation
• Interfacing with client groups on various matters while representing the Legal department in a professional manner
• Participate in various projects, as needed

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Currently enrolled in the 2nd year of a J.D. program or in the 3rd year of a combined J.D. program, and must be returning to studies after the work term
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, integrity and confidentiality
• Excellent written and oral communication skills along with legal research and writing experience
• The ability to collaborate and build strong working relationships with your team, peers, and diverse business groups
• Strong time management skills, with a deep desire to learn about various other departments

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM:

• Flexible work arrangements which include a compressed work week with Friday afternoons off 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

PETRONAS Canada would like to thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team; however only the candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.