Environmental Student - Aquatic & Wildlife

Canadian NaturalFort McMurray, AB
Onsite

About The Position

This is an exciting opportunity for a student looking for meaningful, diverse, and ambitious assignments working alongside industry-leading professionals. The successful candidate will work directly with the Aquatics Coordinator, assisting with amphibian, fisheries, and wildlife monitoring, including conducting extensive field work and creating reports. Additionally, the role involves identifying, managing, and tracking terrestrial wildlife to contribute to the success of the wildlife management system. Canadian Natural's Oil Sands Sites offer world-class operations with opportunities 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.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in your 3rd, or 4th year of a Biology, Natural Science, or Environmental program
  • Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean drivers abstract

Nice To Haves

  • Previous ATV and/or watercraft experience considered an asset
  • Previous environmental or oil sands experience considered an asset

Responsibilities

  • Assist with amphibian, fisheries and wildlife monitoring including conducting extensive field work and the creation of reports
  • Track and record all field and laboratory data
  • Contribute to surface water quality monitoring as required
  • Identify, manage and track terrestrial wildlife to contribute to the success of the wildlife management system
  • Assist with wildlife regulatory reporting requirements
  • Collaborate with Environmental Specialists, Regulatory Coordinators, and Academic Researchers during their site work
  • Generate supporting data and forms for regulatory application submissions
  • Support the inspection of project facilities for environmental compliance tracking

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Quality camp facilities with multiple amenities available
  • Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
  • Students may be eligible for relocation assistance pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Student Relocation Policy
  • Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
  • Opportunities to partake in initiatives such as the Intern Social Committee
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