Worker Type: New Grad Job Post End Date: 09/01/2026 Start Date: June 2027 Location: Calgary, AB
About this opportunity Are you ready to launch your geoscience career and make an impact in the energy sector? Cenovus is looking for a curious, engaged, and driven Geologist-in-Training to join our New Grad Program. This is your opportunity to take on real energy challenges, grow your skills, and help shape the future of our industry. Our Program consists of three consecutive 12-month rotational assignments that span Cenovus’s varied business areas. Upon completion of the three-year program, you will be matched to a permanent role within the organization. This role will be based on business need and relocation may be required. You will join a dynamic team that values continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation. Over the course of the three-year program, you’ll be paired with multiple experienced geoscience professionals who will mentor you through each rotation and support your technical and qualified growth. Each rotation offers the opportunity to explore different areas of development across our portfolio of assets including SAGD oilsands, heavy oil, unconventionals, and offshore.
Note: The application deadline for this position is 11:59 pm MST on August 31, 2026.
What you’ll do Interpret well logs and core data to build structure and isopach maps to better understand reservoir quality.
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team including Geophysicists and Engineers to characterize the reservoir, plan new pads and optimize well placement while drilling.
Evaluate surveillance data on existing pads to optimize existing production.
Work alongside Engineers to evaluate and present business opportunities.
Communicate findings to the broader geoscience and subsurface teams.
Who you are Legally authorized to work in Canada.
Available to begin work June 2027.
Must have an undergraduate or graduate Geology‑related degree obtained by May 31, 2027, and completed within the last 2 years (2025, 2026 or by May 31, 2027).
Has less than two years of professional experience related to this discipline of study, excluding student experience.
Exposure to software such as Petrel, Accumap, Geoscout, or Geographix would be considered an asset.




Must be eligible to register for your professional Geoscientist‑in‑Training designation.
We acknowledge the value of transferable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement.
New Grad Program Benefits Access to New Grad Program Committees including Learning & Development, Networking & Engagement, Brown Bag, and the Social Committee.
Various support from direct leaders, program leads, ambassadors and more.
3 rotations yearly that build a breadth of development and business acumen in future leaders and technical experts.
Relocation: If you will need to relocate for your first rotation/home location, support will be provided as per Cenovus’ internal policies.
Competitive salary, performance‑based bonus, vacation time and pension contributions to support your financial future.
Attend career development sessions, build your professional network and engage in volunteer work.
Enjoy fun and inclusive events that help build community and foster connections across the organization.
Relocation assistance may be available.
Staff resource groups: We have various staff resource groups to help ensure our people feel a sense of belonging and can grow and do their best work. These voluntary groups are employee‑led and all groups are open to all staff in all locations.
We believe a workplace where everyone has merit‑based opportunities to grow, achieve career aspirations and feel a sense of belonging benefits our people, our company and the regions where we live and work. We embrace and encourage different perspectives and approaches, which help us make better business decisions. We believe that through this approach, we can solve challenges, seize opportunities and unlock innovative solutions. To achieve an unbiased and respectful workplace, individuals are evaluated based on qualifications, merit and abilities, and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates.



We also acknowledge the value of transferrable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement.
Cenovus was ranked one of Canada’s Best Employers in 2025. We’re committed to being an employer of choice in our industry by offering a competitive total rewards package and employee programs and rewarding career development opportunities.
Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Cenovus Cenovus is an integrated energy company headquartered in Calgary. We’re committed to maximizing value by developing our assets in a safe, responsible and cost‑efficient manner. We operate in Canada, the United States and the Asia Pacific region. Our operations include oil sands projects in northern Alberta, thermal and conventional crude oil and natural gas projects across Western Canada, crude oil production offshore Newfoundland and Labrador and natural gas and liquids production offshore China and Indonesia. Cenovus’s downstream operations include upgrading, refining and marketing operations in Canada and the United States. Our shares trade under the symbol CVE, and are listed on the Toronto and New York stock exchanges.
Company Culture & Values Our purpose: We energize the world to make people’s lives better. Our values: Protect what matters Do it right Make it better Do it together.
Cenovus Cares: We believe in the power of purpose‑driven work. Our Employee Giving and Volunteering Program, Cenovus Cares, connects our people to our purpose, inspiring action and elevating impact year‑round. Support causes you care about with volunteer opportunities in and outside of work. Earn donation grants while volunteering (up to $1,000 per event). Receive donation matching up to $10,000 annually.
Equal opportunity employer: We believe a workplace where everyone has merit‑based opportunities to grow, achieve career aspirations and feel a sense of belonging benefits our people, our company and the regions where we live and work. We embrace and encourage different perspectives and approaches. We are an Equal‑Opportunity Employer.
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📌 New Grad, Geologist-in-Training, June 2027 (Calgary) (Alberta)
🏢 Cenovus Energy
📍 Alberta