Law Student

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Canadian Natural Resources is seeking a Law Student for a four‑month, onsite summer role with Corporate Legal Services in Calgary, offering exposure to in‑house practice across commercial litigation, insolvency, contracts, procurement and IP. You will review legal documents, assist with document discovery, draft and negotiate complex contracts, and conduct legal research under the guidance of Legal Counsel and Paralegals. Ideal candidates have completed first year of law, knowledge of contract, commercial and corporate law and litigation concepts, strong MS Word/Excel skills, excellent reading and analytical abilities, and a collaborative, adaptable attitude. To apply, submit resume, cover letter and unofficial transcripts online, ensuring you have legal work authorization in Canada and referencing May 2027 start; highlight relevant coursework and any volunteer or campus involvement, and note relocation assistance eligibility. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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 Law Student - Legal Services, you will be in a unique position that offers a wide range of challenging duties and learning experiences within Canadian Natural’s Corporate Legal Services team. This summer position will provide you with an opportunity to experience in-house legal practice in a diversified oil and gas setting and will give you exposure to a number of areas of law, including commercial litigation, insolvency, commercial contracts, procurement, and intellectual property.

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

Key Accountabilities:

• Review and identify key information within various legal documents such as pleadings, court orders, garnishee summons, and affidavits
• Assist Legal Counsel and Paralegals with a broad variety of tasks—from document discovery processes to drafting, updating and negotiating of complex commercial contracts, as well as with administrative duties, vital for a large legal department
• Conduct research

What You Bring to the Role:

• Completion of first year studies in Law
• Knowledge of contract law, commercial law, corporate law and litigation concepts
• Good working knowledge of MS Office Suite, including MS Word and Excel
• Strong reading and analytical skills
• Eager to learn working in tight timelines, with versatility and humbleness, and integrate effectively with others
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in the completion of assigned tasks

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off during 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 learn more about 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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