Engineering Student - Project Controls, Thermal

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Canadian Natural Resources is seeking an Engineering Student for a 4-month Project Controls, Thermal internship in Calgary starting May 2027. Join the Facilities Project Controls Team to support major facility projects, focusing on planning, scheduling, cost tracking, forecasting, data analysis, reporting and stakeholder communication under the Manager of Project Controls. Candidates must be enrolled full-time in Construction Management or a related program, with solid knowledge of construction principles, strong Excel, Word, PowerPoint, data analytics, and excellent communication; highlight scheduling and budgeting on relevant projects. Benefits include competitive pay, relocation assistance may be available and volunteer opportunities. Apply with your resume, cover letter and unofficial transcripts and confirm you are eligible 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!

As a Project Controls Student, you will be a part of the Facilities Project Controls Team and will assist in the support of various facility major projects. You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge of planning & scheduling and project cost management. Reporting to the Manager of Project Controls, you will be working with project teams for both thermal and conventional facilities.

• Job location: Calgary, Alberta – Head Office
• Shift schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off, 8 hours per day (Monday – Friday)
• Term length: 4 months
• Term start: May 2027
• Safety sensitive position: No

Key Accountabilities:

• Planning and scheduling
• Project cost tracking and forecasting
• Cost estimating
• Project data analysis and reporting
• Stakeholder communication

What You Bring to The Role:

• Currently enrolled in a full time, post-secondary program focused in Construction Management or related Program
• Good understanding of Construction Management Principles
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Good understanding of data analytics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off during 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 see 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 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.

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