JOB DESCRIPTION
Are you a student looking for an exciting opportunity that is full of meaningful, diverse, and ambitious assignments working alongside industry leading professionals? Join Canadian Natural, where we strive to provide opportunities based on your abilities, helping you to contribute in a meaningful way and apply your academic experience to challenging and rewarding projects!

The Opportunity
JOB DESCRIPTION
Are you a student looking for an exciting opportunity that is full of meaningful, diverse, and ambitious assignments working alongside industry leading professionals? Join Canadian Natural, where we strive to provide opportunities based on your abilities, helping you to contribute in a meaningful way and apply your academic experience to challenging and rewarding projects!

As the Government Relations Student, you will work with teams throughout our organization to ensure that government relations deliverables are carried out successfully. Working in the head office of this world class company offers countless opportunities to advance your career in an atmosphere where teamwork, innovation, and your expertise are valued. You can contribute to the success of Canadian Natural’s operations as the position plays an important part in Canadian Natural’s efforts to engage and advocate on important regulatory and public policy issues.

Job location: Calgary, AB – Head Office

Shift schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off, 8 hours/day (Monday – Friday)

Term length: 4 months

Term start: May 2027

Safety sensitive position: No

Application deadline: This posting will close once the successful candidate(s) have been selected.

Key Accountabilities

Review and research public policy,



regulatory and legislative issues which may impact Canadian Natural’s operations

Help identify and evaluate advocacy and engagement opportunities that fit within Canadian Natural’s government relations strategy

Work with the internal regulatory team to identify and highlight policy and regulatory initiatives which may impact Canadian Natural

Develop materials to assist with advocacy and engagement

Update and maintain the Government Relations files

Research and prepare memos and other briefing notes detailing policy or other government regulation or legislation

Support the team with preparing advocacy materials, including PowerPoint presentations, spreadsheets, and word documents, and providing vacation coverage

What You Bring To The Role

Currently enrolled in a degree program with a specific focus on Public Policy, Political Science or related disciplines

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Interest in public policy and understanding of current events

Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills

Professional judgment with the ability to collaborate effectively

What We Offer

Competitive salary

Paid time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays in July and August

Students may be eligible for relocation assistance pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Student Relocation Policy





Students will be responsible for finding their own accommodations during the work term

Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community

Opportunities to partake in initiatives such as the Intern Social Committee

About Us
Canadian Natural operates one of the largest Campus Recruitment programs in the country, hiring over 400 students every year. Students hired on with us are made to feel a part of the team, gaining high level experience, knowledge, and training that introduces and prepares them for full-time employment.

Industry Leader
We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.

Community Investment
Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.

Compensation and Benefits
We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.

Our People, Our Stories
Our stories demonstrate the robust culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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📌 Government Relations Student (Alberta)
🏢 Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL)
📍 Alberta