Project Engineering Student

Canadian Natural • Calgary, AB

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Project Engineering Student working in one of our Oil Sands Projects team, you will gain experience in the design, construction, modification, and optimization of oil and gas facilities. You will gain exposure to a variety of equipment and process designs used in Canadian Natural’s operations. 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.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Petroleum, Civil-Structural, Electrical or Energy disciplines preferred)
• Possess a valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license or equivalent out of province license
• All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering principles and utilize tools such as Excel, Power BI, and WinEst (Estimating Software) to support the development and review of AACE Class 5 through Class 3 cost estimates under the mentorship of experienced estimators
• Perform quantity take-offs, cost analysis, benchmarking, and evaluation of labor, material, and equipment costs using engineering drawings, specifications, and project data to develop practical estimating and project controls skills
• Develop estimating reports, databases, and analytical tools while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to gain exposure to project development, cost management best practices, and capital project execution
• Participate in team meetings to ensure alignment of goals and priorities as well as liaise with the multidisciplinary engineering team members

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays in July and August
• 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)
• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Opportunities to partake in initiatives such as the Intern Social Committee

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern