About the role#
This summer internship provides hands-on experience within our safety team. You will work alongside an experienced mentor to apply your academic knowledge to real-world operations in the upstream oil and gas industry. This role is designed to provide a foundation of professional training through meaningful contributions to our safety programs.
What you'll do#
- Support field safety programs, education, and awareness initiatives.
- Participate in field inspections, audits, and hazard identification activities.
- Assist with risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
- Support industrial hygiene and occupational health activities.
- Analyze process safety data to identify trends and leading indicators.
- Assist with safety management system improvements, regulatory compliance, and the implementation of new safety technologies.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time student in an occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, safety management, or related discipline through December 2027.
- Availability to work from May 3, 2027, to August 19, 2027.
- A valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
- Ability to reside in Grande Prairie, Alberta, or Dawson Creek, British Columbia.
- Note that this is a safety-sensitive position subject to our Alcohol and Drug policy, including pre-assignment testing.
Location & details#
- Locations: Grande Prairie, AB and Dawson Creek, BC.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $23.13 - $32.02 CAD per hour, depending on year in school.
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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