Mineral Land Negotiations Student

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Canadian Natural invites applications for a four month Mineral Land Negotiations Student term in Calgary starting May 2027, onsite with a five on two off schedule. You will support the Mineral Land Department in negotiating subsurface assets, learning about acquisitions, leases and the Landsale process while observing expiry management. Ideal candidates are enrolled in a business degree with an interest in mineral rights; mapping or land systems experience is a plus but not required. To apply, submit resume, cover letter, transcripts, and proof of legal authorization to work in Canada, and apply early as this posting closes once a suitable candidate is found. Emphasize collaboration and your ability to apply academics to real projects.

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!

The Mineral Land Department at Canadian Natural is responsible for the acquisition, disposition and ongoing maintenance of the Company's subsurface assets (mineral rights). As the Mineral Land Negotiations Student, you will be working alongside our team of negotiators who are the business representatives that manage the subsurface assets for distinct geographic exploration areas at Canadian Natural. 

• 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
• 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 and Learnings:

• Learn about the various functions and roles within a Mineral Land department, including Negotiations, Acquisitions & Divestitures, Lease and Contracts Administration 
• Develop an understanding of the key functions on our Exploration Teams including Negotiations, Exploration (Geology and Geophysics), Exploitation (Engineering) and Production (Engineering)
• Aid negotiators in the formulation and implementation of business strategies related to the acquisition and disposition of subsurface assets
• Obtain exposure to the competitive subsurface Landsale process including posting strategies, business analysis of historical landsale information 
• Management of mineral expiries by conducting a business analysis of Canadian Natural and competitor subsurface ownership

What You Bring to The Role:

• Currently enrolled in a business degree program or a related post-secondary education degree program (Finance, Accounting, General Business/Management disciplines preferred but not required)
• Experience with mapping systems and/or land systems is considered an asset but not necessary 

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. 

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.

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