About the role#
The Mineral Land Department manages the acquisition, disposition, and maintenance of subsurface assets. As a student in this department, you will work with negotiators who manage subsurface rights for specific geographic exploration areas. This is a full-time, paid position based in our Calgary head office.
What you'll do#
- Learn the core functions of a Mineral Land department, including negotiations, acquisitions, divestitures, and contract administration.
- Gain insight into how Exploration Teams function, including geology, geophysics, and engineering.
- Assist negotiators in creating business strategies for acquiring and disposing of assets.
- Observe the competitive subsurface Landsale process, including posting strategies and historical analysis.
- Conduct business analysis of Canadian Natural and competitor subsurface ownership to manage mineral expiries.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a business degree or related post-secondary program.
- A focus in Finance, Accounting, or General Business and Management is preferred.
- Experience with mapping or land systems is helpful but not required.
- Legal authorization to work in Canada.
Location & details#
- Location: Calgary, Alberta.
- Term: 4 months, starting May 2027.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day.
- This role is on-site at our head office.
About Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL)
Canadian Natural Resources Limited is an independent producer of crude oil and natural gas. Founded in 1989, the company maintains operations in North America, the North Sea, and Offshore Africa. It focuses on a mix of light and heavy oil, natural gas, and oil sands production. The firm is based in Calgary, Alberta, and employs nearly 10,000 people.
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