Student, Geology

Worker Type:
Student

Job Post End Date: 09/29/2026

Start Date: May 2027

Location: Calgary, AB

Length of Term: 4 Months

About this opportunity

This role provides a tremendous opportunity to contribute meaningful, value-add Geoscience work to Cenovus while working in an engaging and inclusive team environment. We are seeking candidates with strong communication and organizational abilities, and good interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who has an unremitting desire to learn and gain new practical skills in Geology.

Note:
The Final date to receive applications for this position is September 28, 2026

• Students are assigned projects that fulfill a business need and will be working under the direct supervision of a Geologist.

• Tasks can include wireline log interpretation, core description and interpretation, geological mapping, and data analysis.

• The responsibilities of the position will vary depending on the business unit.

Our ideal candidate will have the following minimum qualifications:

• Available to begin work in May 2027

• Troubleshooting knowledge and problem-solving skills.

• Effective written and oral communication skills.

• Computer competence (MS Office) is essential, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint.

• Exposure to subsurface interpretation and mapping software such as Petrel, Geographix, Accumap, or Geo Scout is considered an asset.

• Exposure to data analytics software and coding experience is not required but considered favourably (i.e Python, Matlab, R)

• Previous geoscience experience or exposure to oil and gas either in the office, laboratory, or in the field would be considered an asset.

• Strong demeanor for carrying out all work in a safe, cautious manner while following safe work practices.

• Must be enrolled in a Geoscience Undergraduate Program (i.e. Geology, Geoscience, Hydrogeology, Earth Science, Geological Engineering) at an accredited post-secondary institution at the time of intended work term and returning to full-time studies after the work termOR registered in an accredited post-secondary co-op or internship program for the duration of the work term.

• Candidates currently enrolled in either a Masters or Ph.D. program at an accredited post-secondary institution may also be considered.

• New graduates are not eligible for student opportunities.

• A multi-discipline program with meaningful, hands-on work experience

• Networking events coordinated by the New Grad Committee including group mentoring from senior/executive leaders, lunch 'n learns, guest speakers, technical presentations, and holiday celebrations.

• Wide support network including direct leaders, program leads, human resource, peers, mentor(s), New Grad Committee, and buddy.

• Structured goal setting and performance evaluations.

• Opportunity to present work-term learnings to the Cenovus Leadership team.

• Students moving for their work term may be eligible to receive a lump sum relocation payment toassistwith relocation expenses.

• Candidates must have their own means of transportation as there is no public transportation in field locations.

• New graduates are not eligible for student opportunities.

• Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Cenovus is an integrated energy company headquartered in Calgary. We’re committed to maximizing value by developing our assets in a safe, responsible and cost-efficient manner. We operate in Canada, the United States and the Asia Pacific region. Our operations include oil sands projects in northern Alberta, thermal and conventional crude oil and natural gas projects across Western Canada, crude oil production offshore Newfoundland and Labrador and natural gas and liquids production offshore…