Campus & Professional Recruitment Students

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Canadian Natural Resources offers an eight month campus and professional recruitment term in Calgary, with five days on and two days off. Start dates January 2027 for Professional Recruitment or September 2027 for Campus Recruitment, and the posting closes once a suitable candidate is chosen, so apply early. You will support recruitment teams with admin tasks, event logistics, materials, onboarding, create school presentations, post jobs, and nurture partnerships with clubs and institutions while learning full cycle recruitment. Ideal candidates are enrolled in HR or related studies, value confidentiality, are detail oriented, organized, adaptable, and bring a positive, energetic attitude. Apply with resume, cover letter, unofficial transcripts, and proof of eligibility to work in Canada.

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 dynamic, high volume, fast-paced environment, you will collaborate closely with either Campus Advisors or Recruiters to provide administrative support to the Student or Experienced Recruitment teams. 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: Calgary, AB – Head Office
• Shift schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off, 8 hours/day (Monday – Friday) 
• Term length: 8 months
• Term starts: January 2027 (Professional Recruitment) or September 2027 (Campus Recruitment)
• Safety sensitive position: No
• Application deadline: This posting will close once the successful candidate(s) have been selected. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Key Accountabilities:

Campus Recruitment Student

• Effectively research and register for career fairs, manage team schedules, organize marketing materials, and provide logistical support
• Coordinate materials, catering, gifts, and meeting rooms for events such as orientations and meet and greets
• Create and update PowerPoint presentations for school information sessions and orientations
• Post jobs on school job boards to promote student opportunities
• Maintain and further develop partnerships with clubs and academic institutions
• Plan, retrieve data, and organize documents and information for the successful submission and communication of onboarding paperwork

Professional Recruitment Student

• Provide administrative support to the Recruitment team
• Develop and maintain strong and effective working relationships with recruiters, and other HR professionals
• Learn full cycle recruitment processes (pre-screening candidates, scheduling interviews, extend offer letters, prepare new hire packages, documentation etc.)
• Plan, retrieve data, and organize documents and information for the successful submission and communication of onboarding paperwork

What You Bring to The Role:                                           

• Currently enrolled in a degree or diploma program in Human Resources or a related area of study
• Respect for confidentiality and discretion
• Energetic, positive attitude, and optimistic outlook
• Attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and proficient proof-reading skills
• Flexible and adaptable

What We Offer:

• 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

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.

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. Students may be considered for permanent, full-time positions upon graduation through our New Grad program! Our structured New Graduate Developmental Programs exemplify our mission to develop our people.

We are proud to share that Canadian Natural has been ranked as a Top Employer for 2023, 2024 and 2025 by Canada's Future Workforce and also one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025 and 2026.

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.

Check out some of our Student Testimonials!