Production Engineering Student (Conventional/Thermal)
Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL)
Date: 5 hours ago
City: Calgary, AB
Contract type: Full time
The Opportunity
JOB DESCRIPTION
Ready to gain hands-on engineering experience and make an impact from day one? Join Canadian Natural as a Production Engineering Student and work alongside experienced professionals supporting our Conventional and Thermal production operations.
As a Production Engineering Student, you will work closely with Production Engineers and collaborate with Operations, Exploitation, Reservoir, Facilities, and other technical teams to support the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of our upstream oil and gas assets.
Production Engineering focuses on maximizing the performance of oil and gas wells through production surveillance, data analysis, well performance evaluation, troubleshooting, and optimization initiatives. In this role, you will apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges while supporting engineering studies, identifying improvement opportunities, and contributing to asset performance and operational excellence.
If you are a motivated problem solver who enjoys working with data, tackling technical challenges, and finding practical solutions, this role is for you.
If you are interested in this exciting student work term opportunity, please include your resume, cover letter and unofficial transcripts as part of your online application.
All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. This posting will close once a successful candidate has been selected.
About Us
Canadian Natural operates one of the largest Campus Recruitment programs in the country, hiring over 400 students every year. Students hired on with us are made to feel a part of the team, gaining high level experience, knowledge, and training that introduces and prepares them for full-time employment.
We are proud to share that Canadian Natural has been ranked as a Top Employer for 2023, 2024 and 2025 by Canada's Future Workforce and also one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025 and 2026.
Industry Leader: We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.
Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.
Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.
Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.
Check out some of our Student Testimonials !
JOB DESCRIPTION
Ready to gain hands-on engineering experience and make an impact from day one? Join Canadian Natural as a Production Engineering Student and work alongside experienced professionals supporting our Conventional and Thermal production operations.
As a Production Engineering Student, you will work closely with Production Engineers and collaborate with Operations, Exploitation, Reservoir, Facilities, and other technical teams to support the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of our upstream oil and gas assets.
Production Engineering focuses on maximizing the performance of oil and gas wells through production surveillance, data analysis, well performance evaluation, troubleshooting, and optimization initiatives. In this role, you will apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges while supporting engineering studies, identifying improvement opportunities, and contributing to asset performance and operational excellence.
If you are a motivated problem solver who enjoys working with data, tackling technical challenges, and finding practical solutions, this role is for you.
- Job location: Calgary, AB – Head Office
- Work schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off – 8 hours/day (Monday to Friday)
- Term lengths: 4, 8, or 12 months
- Term starts: January, May or September 2027
- Safety sensitive position: Yes
- Participate in active and inactive well reviews to evaluate well performance and production opportunities
- Analyze production, drilling, completion, and operating data to assess asset performance and identify trends
- Support production optimization initiatives to improve production and operational efficiency
- Monitor production performance and investigate issues to support operational decision-making
- Assist with technical evaluations, engineering recommendations, and production engineering projects
- Develop and maintain engineering reports, tools, and data analyses
- Collaborate with Operations, Exploitation Engineering, and other technical teams to support safe, reliable, and efficient production
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Chemical, Mechanical, Petroleum, Energy or related engineering disciplines preferred, all other engineering disciplines will be considered
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with Power BI, Spotfire, SQL, or Python is considered an asset
- Positive attitude and eagerness to learn
- Possess a valid Class 5 Alberta driver's license or equivalent provincial driver's license
- Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening test is required
- Competitive salary
- Students may be eligible for relocation assistance pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Student Relocation Policy (Students will be responsible for finding their own accommodations during the work term)
- Safety boot allowance
- Safety training certifications and PPE covered
- Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
If you are interested in this exciting student work term opportunity, please include your resume, cover letter and unofficial transcripts as part of your online application.
All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. This posting will close once a successful candidate has been selected.
About Us
Canadian Natural operates one of the largest Campus Recruitment programs in the country, hiring over 400 students every year. Students hired on with us are made to feel a part of the team, gaining high level experience, knowledge, and training that introduces and prepares them for full-time employment.
We are proud to share that Canadian Natural has been ranked as a Top Employer for 2023, 2024 and 2025 by Canada's Future Workforce and also one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025 and 2026.
Industry Leader: We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.
Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.
Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.
Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.
Check out some of our Student Testimonials !
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