About the role#
This student program provides a foundation of knowledge and training through real-world experience. You will work alongside an experienced mentor on a project with actual responsibilities. This role is designed to help you apply your academic learning while making contributions to your team. Depending on business needs, you may be placed in a role focused on Reservoir and Development, Drilling, Completions, Operations and Production, or Infrastructure, Water and Facilities.
What you'll do#
- Provide technical and economic analysis to support development strategies.
- Assist with well planning, spacing, and recovery efforts.
- Design and implement drilling and work-over programs.
- Oversee the design and execution of well completions.
- Evaluate well performance and develop techniques to enhance production rates.
- Design and maintain gathering and processing facilities, including pipelines and compressor stations.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time engineering student at an accredited Canadian university through December 2027.
- Preference for students in their 3rd or 4th year of study.
- Strong academic standing is preferred.
- Eligibility to work in Canada without sponsorship.
- A valid Class 5 driver license.
- Ability to pass pre-assignment testing as required by the company Alcohol and Drug policy.
Location & details#
- Location: Calgary, Alberta.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time paid position.
- Disciplines: Students from Chemical, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering are encouraged to apply.
- Compensation: $28.13 - $38.94 CAD per hour, depending on year in school and placement location.
About Ovintiv
Ovintiv is a North American energy producer. It focuses on the development of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids. The company operates across multiple resource plays. It was founded in 1958 and is based in Denver, Colorado. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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