Student Co-Op - Superior, WI (Summer 2027)

Cenovus Energy; Superior (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Mentorship program

Networking events

Job summary

Cenovus Energy in Superior, Wisconsin offers a student Co-op/Internship across Chemical, Health, Safety & Environmental, and Mechanical/Electrical Engineering tracks. The program emphasizes hands-on projects, mentorship, and exposure to real-world refinery operations. Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited engineering program and returning to studies after the term.

Eligibility requires U.S. work authorization for the duration.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related Engineering degree and returning to full‑time studies after the work term OR registered in a co‑op or internship program.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of the term and able to provide documentation upon request.
• Strong analytical and Excel skills; good teamwork and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform process engineering/economics and planning tasks.
• Assist in safety training support, PSI/PHAs, auditing, and HMIS labeling updates.
• Support respiratory protection program audits for the Safety Department.
• Engage with field personnel to understand operational challenges and improve safety culture.
• Assist with updating engineering drawings, documents, and SAP notifications.

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Excel

Strong communication

Education

Chemical Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Mechanical/Electrical Engineering (related)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Worker Type: Student Job Post End Date: 10/31/2026 Start Date: May 2027 Location: Superior, WI Length of Term: 4 Months

About This Opportunity

Are you looking for an exciting Co-Op/Internship opportunity full of meaningful, diverse, and challenging assignments working alongside industry leading professionals? You will be part of a driven, and collaborative team completing important projects while receiving the mentorship, knowledge, and experience to develop the skills you need to build an exciting career. This posting is for all internship/co‑op positions in Superior, WI. After submitting your application, you may receive a screening questionnaire where you can indicate additional preferences. Possible placement includes: Chemical Engineering Health, Safety, & Environmental Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Note: The application deadline for this position is October 30th, 2026.

What You’ll Do

Chemical Engineering

• Process Engineering/Economics & Planning
• Perform daily safety procedure audits and inspections as needed
• Assist in the delivery of the Contractor Safety Training Support PSM including PSI; PHA; MOC; auditing; Drawing Updates, MOC Doc, T/A Help Assist with the development of HMIS signs and labeling
• Perform the annual respiratory protection program audit for the Safety Department
• Engage with field personnel to understand operational challenges, provide support, and reinforce a strong safety culture
• Foster positive and constructive interactions with field personnel to encourage reporting of safety concerns and ensure effective communication
• Perform other duties as assigned

Health, Safety, & Environmental

• Process Engineering/Economics & Planning
• Perform daily safety procedure audits and inspections as needed
• Assist in the delivery of the Contractor Safety Training Support PSM including PSI; PHA; MOC; auditing; Drawing Updates, MOC Doc, T/A Help Assist with the development of HMIS signs and labeling
• Perform the annual respiratory protection program audit for the Safety Department
• Engage with field personnel to understand operational challenges, provide support, and reinforce a strong safety culture
• Foster positive and constructive interactions with field personnel to encourage reporting of safety concerns and ensure effective communication
• Perform other duties as assigned

Mechanical/Electrical Engineering - Reliability Engineering

• Perform field visits to assist the area team with troubleshooting equipment
• Support field investigations to develop and document technical scoping for repair, replacement, and/or modifications
• Assist in Fitness-For-Service evaluations of equipment identified by the mechanical integrity program to ensure compliance with Cenovus engineering practices and ASME codes/standards
• Assist in the development and creation of engineering work packages for routine maintenance activities (Specifications, Drawings, Bill of Materials, Work Scope, Vendor Data) in accordance with Cenovus engineering practices and ASME codes/standards
• Help with updating plant rotating and fixed equipment technical drawings/documents
• Assist with generating and/or updating plant material descriptions for critical spare parts
• Help to gather and enter updated information into existing or newly created spreadsheets. Data may come from engineering files or verification of equipment located throughout the refinery
• Contact machinery vendors for missing/required information
• Participate in field supervision of maintenance and project work conducted throughout the refinery
• Use predictive maintenance tools to be utilized to examine machinery to assess machinery condition and to determine the scope of work during machine overhaul
• Assist with creating SAP (ERP software) notifications, purchase requests, and cost accounting methods

You’re a good fit if…

• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. full-time for the duration of your work term and able to produce documentation upon application (e.g., work visa). Available to begin work in May 2026. Ability to work well in a team environment. Solid analytical and Microsoft Suite skills, specifically Excel. Excellent interpersonal, judgement, and decision-making skills. We acknowledge the value of transferrable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement.
• Must be enrolled in a Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related Engineering degree at an accredited post‑secondary institution at the time of intended work term and returning to full‑time studies after the work term OR registered in an accredited post‑secondary co‑op or internship program for the duration of the work term. Candidates currently enrolled in either a Masters or Ph.D. program at an accredited post‑secondary institution may also be considered. New graduates are not eligible for student opportunities.

Working Conditions

May include frequency of travel, sitting, standing, computer work, lifting, driving, working at site, etc.

Safety Sensitive: This may be a safety‑sensitive role, and you will also be required to wear all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during required work hours. Furthermore, you will also be required to pass the pre‑employment medical and drug/alcohol assessment requirements. Safety sensitive positions require the operation of a motor vehicle, applicants are asked to provide a recent (i.e., issued within the previous 4 weeks) original driver’s abstract, for the preceding 5‑year period, if offered the position. A valid Canadian class 5 Driver's License with no restrictions (i.e., non GDL) is a requirement for this role.

Student Program Benefits

• A multi‑discipline program with meaningful, hands‑on work experience.
• Networking events coordinated by the New Grad Committee including group mentoring from senior/executive leaders, lunch ‘n learns, guest speakers, technical presentations, and holiday celebrations.
• Wide support network including direct leaders, program leads, human resource, peers, mentor(s), New Grad Committee, and buddy.
• Structured goal setting and performance evaluations.
• Opportunity to present work‑term learnings to the Cenovus Leadership team.
• Students moving for their work term may be eligible to receive a lump sum relocation payment to assist with relocation expenses.
• Candidates must have their own means of transportation as there is no public transportation in field locations.

What we offer

• Competitive pay
• Real‑world development: Take ownership of meaningful projects and day‑to‑day accountabilities
• Mentorship & peer support: Technical mentorship and buddy programs
• Engaging events: career development sessions, networking opportunities and volunteer initiatives
• Relocation support: relocation assistance may be available

Equal Opportunity Employer

We believe a workplace where everyone has merit‑based opportunities to grow, achieve career aspirations and feel a sense of belonging benefits our people, our company and the regions where we live and work. We embrace and encourage different perspectives and approaches, which help us make better business decisions. We believe that through this approach, we can solve challenges, seize opportunities and unlock innovative solutions. To achieve an unbiased and respectful workplace, individuals are evaluated based on qualifications, merit and abilities, and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We also acknowledge the value of transferrable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement.

About Cenovus

Cenovus is an integrated energy company headquartered in Calgary. We’re committed to maximizing value by developing our assets in a safe, responsible and cost‑efficient manner. We operate in Canada, the United States and the Asia Pacific region. Our operations include oil sands projects in northern Alberta, thermal and conventional crude oil and natural gas projects across Western Canada, crude oil production offshore Newfoundland and Labrador and natural gas and liquids production offshore China and Indonesia. Cenovus’s downstream operations include upgrading, refining and marketing operations in Canada and the United States.

Cenovus was ranked one of Canada’s Best Employers in 2025. We’re committed to being an employer of choice in our industry by offering a competitive total rewards package and employee programs and rewarding career development opportunities.

We believe in the power of purpose‑driven work. Our Employee Giving and Volunteering Program, Cenovus Cares, connects our people to our purpose, inspiring action and elevating impact year‑round. Support causes you care about with volunteer opportunities in and outside of work. Earn donation grants while volunteering (up to $1,000 per event). Receive donation matching up to $10,000 annually.

Staff resource groups: We have various staff resource groups to help ensure our people feel a sense of belonging and can grow and do their best work. These voluntary groups are employee‑led and all groups are open to all staff in all locations.

We also have values: Protect what matters, Do it right, Make it better, Do it together. Our purpose: We energize the world to make people’s lives better. Our values: Protect what matters, Do it right, Make it better, Do it together.

Student Program

Through our Student Program, you’ll have access to some of the best engineers, geologists and business professionals in the industry. In the office you’ll work alongside these experts using cutting‑edge technology, data, analytics and modelling tools to continuously improve the innovative operating techniques we use in the field. In the field, you’ll be a part of providing Canada, the United States and the world with the energy we need to fuel communities and economies.

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