Mechanical Engineering Intern

Precision Drilling

is launching our

2026 Internship Program!

If you are a current post-secondary student working towards your degree in

Engineering

and you’d like to gain real-world experience during your summer, then please read on…

Working for Precision Drilling means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a strategic player in Precision Drilling’s future. We are a large company rooted in the success of our people, where you will collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the organization.

Our Interns Will Enjoy Perks Such As

- A work environment where you can expect to enjoy a work-life balance that promotes personal health and well-being.

- Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.

- Networking and employee engagement events.

- Career development seminars.

- Precision offers afternoons off before a long weekend.

How To Apply

Applicants

MUST

submit a Resume & copy of their Transcript detailing their interest in working at Precision Drilling. Failure to submit both

will

result in automatic disqualification. Please submit your Resume & Transcript in

ONE

PDF file attached in the

resume section.

This application

will close

on

Sunday, January 18, 2026

.

The Following Restrictions Apply To All Internship Candidates

- Applicants must be available for a non-negotiable start date of Monday, May 4, 2026 – Nisku Start date.

- Applicants must be 18 years or older.

- Applicants must have housing accommodations or transportation in the Nisku area, as Precision does not provide internship housing.

- By May 4, 2026, applicants must have completed at least their first year of study in a post-secondary program/Technical Institute (see job posting).

Summary

The Mechanical Engineering Intern will work a summer or Co-Op work term with Precision Drilling in both the office and field/shop environments. The intern will work closely with the Engineering team, made up of professional engineers, technologists and EIT’s. The intern will interface with Operations personnel to develop a practical understanding of drilling rigs and drilling operations.

Responsibilities

- Working closely with the engineering team to support ongoing projects throughout Canada

- You will be a full member of the Operations Engineering team, with field/shop exposure as required by projects

- You will be exposed to technical aspects of providing support to drilling rigs operating in the field and/or new equipment designs

- You will have exposure to typical 2D & 3D design software packages, mechanical and structural analysis software, as well as the typical Microsoft Office suite products.

Knowledge & Skills

- Excellent time management skills

- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

- Great communication skills, both written and verbal

- Ability to work well within a multi-disciplined team

- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

- Valid Driver's License with good driving record

Education

- Enrolled in an Engineering program, with a focus on Mechanical Engineering

Experience

- Drafting/Design experience with AutoCAD and Inventor (or equivalent 2D and 3D software) is an asset

- Experience with oil drilling rig equipment or other mechanical equipment would be an asset, but not a requirement

- Previous experience working in a hands-on and labour-intensive environment (farming, automotive, mechanics, etc.) is an asset, but not a requirement