Environmental Reclamation Student - Oil Sands
About The Position
This position offers an exciting opportunity for students to engage in meaningful, diverse, and ambitious assignments alongside industry-leading professionals at Canadian Natural's Oil Sands sites. These world-class operations provide numerous avenues to advance an environmental career in an atmosphere that values teamwork, innovation, and expertise. Students can contribute to oil sands operations using industry-leading techniques. As the Environmental Reclamation Student, you will actively monitor reclamation operations and conduct field surveys using cutting-edge electronic data collection methods. You will also collaborate with the larger Environment team, supporting the monitoring of wildlife, surface and ground water, and updating information in Geographic Information System (GIS) platforms. This role primarily focuses on fieldwork, offering valuable hands-on experience.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in your 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year undergraduate or master’s program in Land Reclamation, Forestry, Environmental, Biology, or Natural Science
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean drivers abstract
- Physically able to handle the rigors of outdoor field work with long days
- All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in completing reclamation field work is considered an asset
- Previous ATV and/or watercraft experience is considered an asset
- Experience using ArcGIS collectors is considered an asset
- Previous reclamation or oil sands experience is considered an asset
Responsibilities
- Collect soil, vegetation, water, and wildlife data using field and electronic data collection methods
- Support reclamation activities, including monitoring soil salvage and placement, revegetation, and site conditions
- Conduct field surveys (e.g., disturbance mapping, pre-salvage assessments, wetland monitoring) and interpret results
- Conduct environmental inspections
- Assist with weed monitoring and control to support site reclamation efforts
- Compile and organize environmental data for regulatory reporting, applications, and internal tracking
- Use tools such as ArcGIS (Field Maps, Survey123) to collect, manage, and analyze field data while maintaining a strong focus on safety
Benefits
- 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 pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
- Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
- Opportunities to partake in initiatives such as the Intern Social Committee
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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