Engineering Intern Student
Tourmaline is a Canadian senior oil and natural gas company focused on long-term growth through an active exploration, development, production and acquisition program in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin.
Tourmaline Oil Corp. is a senior Canadian crude oil and natural gas exploration and production company. We are focused on long-term growth through an aggressive exploration, development, and acquisition program in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. We are currently looking for multiple Engineering Intern Students to join our Calgary office. This is a term position that will run approximately sixteen months in length.
Location
Calgary Office
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2026-09-04
The successful candidate will be responsible for or assist with the following duties but not be limited to:
· Maintain a professional relationship with Tourmaline contractors and staff ensuring alignment with the Tourmaline Code of Conduct, ensuring no conflict of interest is present in the relationship.
· Update, create and maintain project data in internal systems (project inventory, AFE, regulatory and reporting)
· Work with cross disciplined teams to understand Tourmaline’s upstream oil and gas business
· Manage project specific requirements with support of Project Manager
· Planning, executing and closing out projects with support of Project Manager
o Organizing schedules and planning procurement for upcoming projects
o Assisting in execution including delivering on cost, schedule and safety requirements
o Complete project closeout documentation and lessons learned / project lookbacks as required
· Travel to field operations for site visits and meetings as required
Drilling:
· Assist Drilling Engineer in programing and execution of pads through offset research, vendor management and operational problem solving
· Review performance metrics and support team in continuous improvement.
· Ensure major trouble time events are well documented and shared with the Drilling Team.
· Complete 2-4 projects throughout the term. Projects to focus on both technical and commercial aspects of the business
Facility Construction:
AB/NEBC Production:
Emissions and Innovation:
The successful candidate needs to have experience in the following areas in order to be qualified for this role:
· Completing third or fourth year of an engineering degree program (chemical, mechanical, Energy, and Petroleum/Oil & Gas disciplines preferred) and returning to full time studies upon completion of the work term
· Previous experience in oil and gas / regulatory is an asset but not required.
The successful candidate will need the following skills in order to perform the duties of the position effectively:
· Ability to think strategically and logically.
· Detail oriented.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
· Positive and upbeat attitude.
· Well-spoken and professional.
· Takes pride and ownership in their work.
· Proactive and self-motivated.
· Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
We thank all candidates for applying; however, only those candidates selected for interviews—after the application closing date—will be contacted.
Key responsibilities are not an exhaustive list and may or may not include all the above dependent on the evolution of this role. Flexibility of the individual will be key to the successful candidate’s success as the role is likely to evolve and change over time. Job scope and accountabilities are planned to increase over time.
Applicants must reside in Canada and have a working visa in order to apply for this job.
Please note that new graduates and professionals are not eligible for student opportunities.