The Opportunity:
Are you a student looking for an exciting opportunity that is full of meaningful, diverse, and ambitious assignments working alongside industry leading professionals? Join Canadian Natural, where we strive to provide opportunities based on your abilities, helping you to contribute in a meaningful way and apply your academic experience to challenging and rewarding projects!
You will assist with the regulatory coordination of information from project team members and consultants for the preparation of Applications/Authorization/Plans and with the preparation of project information for presentation to regulators and stakeholders. You can contribute to the success of Canadian Natural’s operations by understanding and explaining leading edge environmental regulations.
- Job location: Calgary, AB – Head Office (4 months) & Fort McMurray, AB (4 months)
- Shift schedule: 5 days on, 2 days on, 8 hours/day (Monday-Friday) in Calgary & 4 days on, 3 days off, 10 hours/day (Monday – Thursday) in Fort McMurray
- Term lengths: 4 or 8 months
- Term start: May 2026
- Safety sensitive position: Yes
Key Accountabilities:
- Assist with the coordination of information from regulatory team members and consultants for the preparation of Applications/Authorization/Plans/Reports, or helping to generate responses to supplemental information requests from Regulators during the regulatory review process
- Assist in data compilation, statistical analysis for annual/quarterly reports, or applications
- Assist in the preparation of reports and documentation to regulatory agencies to fulfill Indigenous consultation and engagement requirements for regulatory applications
- Assist with the preparation of project information for presentation to local stakeholders, including Indigenous communities to facilitate communication on environmental and regulatory matters
- Assist operations regulatory/environmental staff in managing and execution of field related tasks at Horizon
- Assist tracking of approval conditions to ensure on-going regulatory compliance utilizing a software solution
- Acquire a thorough understanding of regulations, policies and regulatory processes pertinent to heavy oil development applications and approvals under the jurisdiction of, Provincial and Federal regulatory agencies
- Assist with the monitoring of regulatory publications and review of project decisions (e.g. approvals and court decisions) on a regular basis to keep department apprised of new requirements and changes to applicable regulatory requirements
What You Bring to The Role:
- Currently enrolled in your 3rd or 4th year of a program in Engineering, Science, Forestry or Environmental Science or the equivalent of Political Science, Law and Society Program
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, knowledge of statistical programs would be an asset (i.e. Mini Tab software)
- Attention to detail to generate high quality work requiring minimal revisions
- Strong written communication skills to review and appropriately condense key elements of external correspondence and regulatory decisions
- Strong organizational skills required to coordinate and schedule multiple, concurrent activities related to report and application submissions and reporting to stakeholders
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays in July and August (Calgary)
- Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
- 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)
- Opportunities to partake in initiatives such as the Intern Social Committee
- Quality camp facilities with multiple amenities available
- Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS overview to learn more about what we have to offer!
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.
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 by Canada's Future Workforce and also one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025.
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.
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