Environmental and Regulatory Student - Calgary / Kearl / Cold Lake

Location: Calgary, AB, CA

Company: Imperial

At Imperial, we work every day to responsibly develop Canada’s energy resources – applying technology and innovation to supply affordable, accessible and reliable energy while reducing emissions in support of a net-zero future. Imperial recognizes the important role we can play by advancing climate solutions within our operations and by providing lower life-cycle emission products to our customers. This effort is powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by a pride in what we do and what we stand for.

The success of our upstream, downstream and chemical, and corporate divisions is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies.

Imperial honours diverse backgrounds so we can be a place where people can bring their full selves to work, no matter their identity, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or ability.

At Imperial, we want you to come for the position and stay for the career. As an integrated company, we are uniquely positioned to offer you a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities through the course of your career with us. We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs.

Come be part of the Global Operations and Sustainability Department at Imperial which has more than 140 year history in Canada and a workforce of 5,500+ total employees. Our offices are located in Calgary, AB.

What role will you play in our team

We have Environmental Student positions available at multiple site locations. At each location the Environmental Student is responsible for supporting the Environment and Regulatory teams ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and approvals, and supporting implementation of the company’s environmental strategy.

Positions are available at multiple locations including Calgary, Cold Lake and our Kearl Oils Sands Mine. Note that our Kearl site is located located north of Fort McMurray and will be on rotation with either a 14 days on and 14 days off schedule or a 4 days on 3 days off schedule.

What you will do

- Providing environmental/engineering advice on environmental aspects to support the day-to-day operations in one or more of the following areas:

- Air management including air emissions, inventories and modelling

- Water management including chemical and physical hydrology and hydrogeology

- Waste management

- Ecology including wildlife, biodiversity and vegetation management

- Spill prevention and response

- Environmental performance reporting with accuracy and timeliness as required by regulations and license approvals

- Development and implementation of environmental standards and managing systems

- Working with geospatial data

- Supporting QA/QC of site regulatory documentation

- Managing environmental protection and regulatory compliance efforts at the site

- Supporting routine environmental field sampling and inspections

- Providing ongoing technical support to the operating unit on environmental issues

- Leading and completing specific environmental management project(s) or improvement opportunities which could involve developing new management systems, guidelines, or tools

- Act as the environment and regulatory advisor for new projects providing environmental/engineering and regulatory advice, submitting applications, and developing mitigation plans

About you

Skills & Qualifications:

- Completion of at least 2nd year or higher in Engineering with an Environmental / Civil major or concentration, Environmental Sciences or Environmental Management degree

- Currently enrolled in a university program and returning to full-time studies after the work term

- Most recent unofficial transcript(s) must be submitted with your application

- Demonstrated leadership and strong academic skills

- A valid driver's license and a safe driving record are required for this site based positions

Preferred Qualifications/Experience:

- Previous industry or environmental experience is considered beneficial, but not essential

- Ability to adapt to challenging projects, working in a high pace and often changing work environment

- Proficiency with computer-based data management programs, spreadsheet and presentation applications, visio

- Self-motivation with strong interpersonal and teamwork skills

- Strong oral and written communication skills

- Critical thinking skills and ability to problem solve

Start date: January 1, 2026

Location: Calgary, Kearl Oil Sands Mine (rotation), Cold Lake

Other Considerations

- For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment background screening will be required

- We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted

- In certain situations, Imperial may use your application to consider your suitability for other positions in the company and may also provide the information to its affiliates, including affiliates of ExxonMobil Corporation, in connection with possible opportunities at those affiliates

- Screening documentation will include proof of eligibility for Canadian employment (birth certificate or passport or citizen certification), driver’s license and abstract, and most recent education transcript

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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. In the areas where we explore, develop and operate, Imperial engages Indigenous communities in open and forthright consultation and strives to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect. Please see here for more information on Imperial’s Indigenous Relations Guiding Principles and Guidelines. Imperial is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request at recruit.services.ca@exxonmobil.com.

All applicants who receive an offer of employment must be eligible to work in Canada on a regular full-time basis without restrictions on their start date. Proof of eligibility shall be in the form of a Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, Canadian citizenship certificate, Canadian certificate of permanent residence, Canadian open work permit or receipt from Immigration Canada of an application for a post-graduate work permit. Proof of eligibility must be current and valid (not expired, cancelled or voided). Proof of eligibility will be required if an offer of employment is made. Failure to provide proof of eligibility at least six (6) weeks prior to the start date may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

Job ID: 81554

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