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. 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. 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. We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs. As an Engineering Intern, you will support one of our specialized teams within the refinery operations, including Process Engineering, Applications & Systems, Environmental Engineering, or Maintenance Reliability Engineer.

You will work closely with integrated teams to support day-to-day operations and long-term initiatives, ensuring safe, reliable, and environmentally compliant operations. In the Process Engineer intern role, responsibilities may include: Collaborate with operations, reliability, and automation engineers to support safe and reliable unit operation. Identify, develop, and implement operational and facility improvements focusing on safety, reliability, economics, and sustainability.

Communicate the status of unit operations, improvement opportunities, and operating costs to various stakeholders. Support routine energy, environmental, and cost reporting Develop new applications and maintain the performance of existing ones.



Support software/database requirements.

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Process Control, Computer Science, or Environmental Engineering from a Canadian Accredited University.

University

Engineering student available for a work term beginning in January or May 2027 Currently enrolled in a University Engineering program and returning to full-time studies after the work term Demonstrated leadership and strong academic skills Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team-based environment.

Start Date: January or May 2027 Individual pay will be determined based on various factors, which may include skills, abilities, qualifications, work experience, and education. Imperial conducts business in a manner that respects the land, setting, 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. 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.

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