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!
Working in a challenging, high volume, fast-paced environment, the HR Generalist Student will work closely with the HR Business Advisors (HRBA’s), HR Analysts and Business Units to provide support to the Client Services team. Our company culture fosters a fun working environment, development of meaningful relationships and continuous learning. Building on classroom studies, you will develop and enhance your skills while working with mentors to kick-start a successful career in Human Resources.
- Job location: Fort McMurray, AB – Albian Oil Sands Site
- Shift schedule: 4 days on, 3 days off, 10 hours/day (Monday – Thursday)
- Term length: 12 months
- Term start: January 2026
- Safety sensitive position: Yes
Key Accountabilities:
- Create and process complete and accurate Assignment Change Form (ACF) packages including resignations, transfers, progressions, leaves of absence, general employee changes etc.
- Create and complete routine HR forms and letters
- Complete people and position data audits within HR Central
- Coordinate and complete projects on behalf of the HRBAs/department
- Assist in roll out of HR Company initiatives
- Creating ad-hoc reporting as required
What You Bring to The Role:
- Currently enrolled in your 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of a degree or diploma program in Human Resources
- Respect for confidentiality and discretion
- Outstanding organizational skills
- Energetic, positive attitude and optimistic outlook
- Attention to detail, accuracy and proficient proofreading skills
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary
- Quality camp facilities with multiple amenities available
- Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
- May be eligible for relocation to Calgary, Edmonton or Fort McMurray pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
- Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
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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