Environmental Student - Aquatic & Wildlife
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Canadian Natural Resources is seeking an Environmental Student for an eight‑month term starting May 2027, based at Fort McMurray’s Albian or Horizon Oil Sands Site. You will assist amphibian, fisheries and wildlife monitoring, conduct field work, and prepare reports while tracking data and supporting regulatory submissions. You’ll collaborate with Environmental Specialists and Regulators on site inspections and wildlife management. Ideal candidates are in the 3rd or 4th year of Biology, Natural Science, or Environmental programs, hold a valid Class 5 license with a clean record, and have ATV or watercraft experience; prior oil sands or environmental work is a plus. Apply with resume, cover letter and unofficial transcripts; you must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Apply early.
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 the successful candidate, you will work directly with the Aquatics Coordinator, assisting with amphibian, fisheries and wildlife monitoring, including conducting extensive field work and the creation of reports. In addition, you will identify, manage and track terrestrial wildlife to contribute to the success of the wildlife management system.
Our Oil Sands Sites are world-class operations offering countless opportunities to advance your environmental career in an atmosphere where teamwork, innovation, and your expertise are valued. You can contribute to the success of our Oil Sands operations using industry-leading techniques.
- Job location: Fort McMurray, AB – Albian or Horizon Oil Sands Site
- Shift schedules: 4 days on, 3 days off, 10 hours/day (Monday – Thursday) or 8 days on, 6 days off, 10 hours/day (Wednesday – Wednesday)
- Term length: 8 months
- Term start: May 2027
- Safety sensitive position: Yes
- 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:
- 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
What You Bring to The Role:
- 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
- Previous ATV and/or watercraft experience considered an asset
- Previous environmental or oil sands experience considered an asset
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary
- Quality camp facilities with multiple amenities available
- Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
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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.
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.
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