Process Engineering Student

Process Engineering Student - Edmonton - September 2026

Location:

Edmonton, AB, T6P, Canada

Company:
Imperial

Imperial is recruiting Chemical Engineering students for a work term at the Strathcona Refinery in Edmonton. You will work under the guidance of staff Chemical Engineers to support safe, reliable, and profitable operation of process units. The role involves understanding petrochemical refining processes, process safety, process controls, and unit optimization, and may include opportunities in manufacturing, environmental, supply & logistics, and process control & application teams.

• Collaborate with operations, reliability, process technical and automation engineers to support safe and reliable unit operation.
• Work with cross‑functional teams to identify, develop and implement operational and facility improvements focused on safety, reliability, economics and sustainability.
• Effectively communicate status of unit operation, improvement opportunities and operating costs to various stakeholders.

We are looking for students who:

• Are studying to achieve a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering (or related discipline).
• Are a University Engineering student available for a work term beginning in September 2026 and will return to full‑time studies after the term.
• Will submit your most recent unofficial transcript(s) with your application.
• Have demonstrated leadership and strong academic skills.

• Previous industry experience is considered beneficial, but not essential.
• Commitment to safety on and off the job.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team‑based environment.

Edmonton, AB

September 1, 2026

8, 12, or 16 months (depending on student availability).

• Successful interviewees will undergo pre‑employment background screening.
• Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
• Imperial may consider applications for other positions within the company and its affiliates.
• Applicants must submit their most recent unofficial transcript(s) to be considered.

Imperial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Imperial is committed to providing equitable treatment and equal opportunity to all individuals and encourages all eligible applicants to apply.

Imperial conducts business in a manner that respects the land, environment, rights and cultures of Indigenous communities. For more information, see Imperial’s Indigenous Relations Guiding Principles and Guidelines.

Imperial is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and will provide reasonable accommodation upon request at

Eligibility to work in Canada:
All applicants receiving an offer must be eligible to work in Canada on a regular full‑time basis without restrictions on their start date. Proof of eligibility (e.g., Canadian birth certificate, passport, citizenship certificate, permanent residence card, open work permit) must be current and valid. Failure to provide proof within six weeks prior to the start date may result in rescission of the offer.