Worker Type: New Grad

Job Post End Date: 09/17/2026

Engineering in Training (EIT) – Cenovus Conventional Business Unit
Start Date: June 2027

Location: Calgary, AB

About this opportunity
Are you ready to launch your career by gaining diverse and valuable experience as an Engineer-in-Training in the Energy Sector?

Cenovus’s New Grad Program aims to attract, develop, and retain exceptional current grads to build a top talent pipeline for the company. The program provides new grads with a broad understanding of Cenovus’s core business through challenging work assignments, training and development, field exposure and the opportunity to develop a large network of contacts through networking and mentorship opportunities.

The program consists of three consecutive 12-month rotational assignments across the Conventional Business Unit. Upon successful completion, participants will be placed in a permanent Calgary-based role aligned with business needs and individual strengths.

Our Conventional Business Unit operates a diverse portfolio of natural gas and light oil assets across Western Canada, offering exposure to the full asset lifecycle, from subsurface evaluation and development planning to operations optimization and infrastructure execution.

As an Engineer-in-Training, potential rotations may include:

Reservoir Engineering – reservoir characterization, reserves evaluation, production forecasting, field surveillance, and development planning.

Production Engineering – production optimization, well performance analysis, and operational support including optimization of pipelines and compression infrastructure.

Facilities Engineering – design, construction, project management, and optimization of plants and facilities.

Operations Technology & Optimization Engineering – process automation, control systems, AI systems development, digital operations, and production optimization.

Asset Development Engineering – integrated development planning, economic evaluations, capital project delivery, and multidisciplinary asset management.

Note: The application deadline for this position is 11:59 pm MST on September 16, 2026.

What you’ll do




Responsibilities will vary depending on the specific rotation and business area but may include:

Supporting development and optimization of natural gas and light oil assets.

Analyzing production, reservoir, operational, and economic data to support business decisions.

Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including geoscience, operations, facilities, and commercial groups.

Participating in field visits and operational reviews to gain firsthand understanding of asset performance and challenges.

Contributing to capital projects, production enhancement initiatives, and asset development opportunities.

Applying engineering principles to identify risks, improve performance, and deliver value to the business.

Your first rotation and final placement will be based in Calgary, AB. Additional rotations may include field-based opportunities and travel to various operating areas across Cenovus's Conventional asset portfolio.

Who you are
Our ideal candidate will have the following minimum qualifications:

Legally authorized to work in Canada.

Available to begin work in June 2027.

Undergraduate or graduate engineering degree obtained by May 31, 2027, and completed within the last two years (2025, 2026, or before May 31, 2027).

Eligible to register as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with APEGA.

Less than two years of professional engineering experience related to your discipline, excluding co-op, internship, or student experience.

Robust analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Willingness to learn, adapt, and work across multiple engineering disciplines and operating areas.

Results-driven and comfortable working in a high-energy, dynamic work culture.





We acknowledge the value of transferable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement.

Why Cenovus?
This rotational program offers a unique opportunity to develop a broad understanding of conventional oil and gas operations while working alongside experienced professionals and leaders. You'll gain valuable technical, operational, and business experience that will accelerate your development and prepare you for a rewarding career within Cenovus's Conventional Business Unit.

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.

Additional information
Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Learn more about our New Grad Program!

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.

Who we are:
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 downstream operations include upgrading, refining and marketing operations in Canada and the United States.

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📌 New Grad, Conventional Engineer-in-Training, June 2027 (Calgary) (Alberta)
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