Summer Student, Geology

PETRONAS Canada is one of the largest natural gas resource owners in Canada. We have operations in the Montney play in northeast British Columbia and are a partner in LNG Canada. As part of PETRONAS, a dynamic global energy group with presence in over 100 countries, we are well-positioned to provide global markets with responsibly-developed Canadian energy while supporting local jobs, collaborating with Indigenous communities and protecting the environment.

At PETRONAS Canada, we are committed to building Canada's energy future - and people are fundamental to our success. We foster a culture of open collaboration and empowerment across our team of skilled professionals, while supporting career development opportunities. We are looking for can-do problem solvers to join our team who are innovative and passionate about driving strong safety, operational and sustainability performance in everything we do.

Our unique culture and commitment to growth makes the company a great place to build your career.

The Role  Working with our Subsurface team in Calgary, this will be a full-time student position from May through August 2027. During your summer, you will gain exposure to the energy industry by attending sessions hosted by subject matter experts and will have an opportunity to showcase your learnings with your student network. We are looking for capable, energetic, and driven individuals to join us in our passion for progress.

Expand your potential with us!
How you will contribute   Develop an understanding of Montney stratigraphy, geological interpretation, and geosteering concepts
Reverse geosteer a selection of operated and competitor Montney horizontal wells using available geological and well data
Analyze geosteering results to identify geological trends, strati graphic variability, and potential relationships across the study area
Collaborate with a Reservoir Engineer to integrate geological observations with well productivity data and investigate potential subsurface controls on performance
Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary Subsurface team, including geologists, geophysicists, and reservoir engineers, to integrate data and technical perspectives
Document project methodology, observations, and conclusions, and present the final project to the Subsurface team and cross-functional summer student peers
What you bring   Actively enrolled in a Geology or Geoscience undergraduate degree or diploma program at a Canadian post-secondary institution in Canada, with a minimum of 2 years of the program completed, and must be returning to undergraduate studies after completion of the work term
Familiarity with geological interpretation of wireline logs and strati graphic correlation through academic coursework or previous work experience
Basic familiarity with Petrel or Star Steer is considered an asset
Basic familiarity with Spotfire or similar data visualization and analytical tools is considered an asset
Strong analytical, organizational, time-management, and data-management skills
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with an interest in presenting technical findings
Why you should join our team   Flexible work arrangements which include a compressed work week with Friday afternoons off for office-based roles
Dress for your day - a casual yet professional environment
Meaningful, challenging and rewarding work experience, relevant to your field of study
Learn from knowledgeable mentors who will provide you with insight into what it will be like to work in your chosen career
Ability to contribute to a dynamic organization with large growth ambitions
Competitive compensation
Work for a company that is making a positive difference in our communities through volunteerism, community support and providing opportunities to those in the areas where we work
PETRONAS Canada would like to thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team; however only the candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.