Environmental Student - Field Operations

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Canadian Natural Resources seeks an Environmental Student to join Field Operations in St Albert for Summer 2027. You will support environmental programs and regulatory compliance, assist with data management, field inspections, and regulatory submissions, gaining hands on experience in both office and field settings. The role values curiosity, teamwork, and a proactive stance on environmental stewardship in the energy sector. Ideal candidates are enrolled in Environmental Science or related programs, comfortable traveling to sites, able to drive a half ton truck, and proficient with Excel. Apply with a cover letter, resume, and transcripts; include a concise project example and ensure you meet the pre employment drug screen and Class 5 license requirements. Relocation assistance may be available, housing is the student’s responsibility.

The Opportunity:

Are you a student looking for an exciting opportunity that is full of meaningful, diverse, and challenging work? At Canadian Natural, we strive to provide valuable learning experiences that allow students to apply their academic knowledge, develop practical skills, and contribute to real business objectives. 

We are looking for a motivated Environmental Student to join our Field Operations team based out of St. Albert, Alberta for the Summer 2027 term. In this role, you will work closely with Environmental Specialists, Coordinators, and Operations personnel to support environmental programs and regulatory compliance activities across our conventional assets. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both office and field environments. You will assist with environmental data management, field inspections, regulatory support activities, and environmental program administration while developing a strong understanding of environmental stewardship within the energy industry. 

If you enjoy spending time outdoors, working in a dynamic field environment, and gaining hands-on environmental experience, this is the opportunity for you!

• Job location: St. Albert, AB
• Shift schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off, working 8 hours per day (Monday – Friday)
• Term length: 4 months
• Term start: May 2027
• Safety sensitive position: Yes

Key Accountabilities:

• Perform database entry, clean up, and data quality review
• Assist with report reviews and filing of field reports
• Provide support to Environmental Specialists and Coordinators
• Assist with the generation of supporting data and forms for regulatory application submissions
• Contribute to program planning
• Complete regular site visits to assist with Worksite Safety Observations (WSOs)
• Participate in cross referencing field activities with program inventory

What You Bring to the Role:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or diploma program in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Technology, Biology, Geography, Natural Resources, or a related discipline
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Interest in environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and supporting responsible resource development
• Experience operating a pickup truck and comfort traveling to field locations in varying road and weather conditions are considered assets.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment
• Comfortable working in both office and field settings, including travel to operating sites and exposure to varying weather conditions
• Previous environmental, regulatory, reclamation, remediation, or oil and gas field experience would be considered an asset
• Possess a valid Class 5 Alberta driver's license (or equivalent) and are comfortable driving a half-ton truck to field locations
• A pre-employment drug screening test must be successfully completed

What We Offer:

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

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS overview to see what we have to offer!

Your application must include a cover letter, resume, and transcripts. 

All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

Only the selected candidates 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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