Project Management Engineer - Students Seeking Opportunities

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. This effort is powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by a pride in what we do and what we stand for. 

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. 

Imperial honours diverse backgrounds so we can be a place where people can bring their full selves to work, no matter their identity, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or ability.

At Imperial, we want you to come for the position and stay for the career. As an integrated company, we are uniquely positioned to offer you a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities through the course of your career with us. We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs. 

Come be part of the Global Projects department at Imperial which has more than 140 year history in Canada. Our offices are located across Canada.

What role you will play in our team 

As an Projects Engineering Intern, you could support projects in Mechanical Integrity, Process Engineering, Process Control, Process Development, Product Development, Project Development, Project Management, Quality Control, Modeling and Optimization, Test Method Development, Wells Engineering, Wells Operations, Safety, Environmental, Reservoir, and Supply Chain. 

 

What You'll Do

Some responsibilities may include:

Safety and Compliance

• Participate in site safety programs, supporting effective implementation of the Project Safety Plan and ensuring SSH&E expectations are met during execution
  Project Planning and Execution Support
• Provide support for cost, schedule, and controls deliverables, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project objectives
• Contribute execution input during early project development, supporting preparation of key deliverables
• Assist in developing the Project Plan, SSH&E Plan, and contracting / procurement strategies, and support implementation during execution

Performance Monitoring

• Monitor and appraise contractor execution against plans and specifications, and collaborate on improvement plans to close performance gaps
• Track project, functional, and business discipline support activities, ensuring timely completion of reviews, resolution of technical queries, and required actions

Issue Management

• Support the project issue management plan, stewarding actions to resolution and maintaining alignment with project objectives

About you 

Skills and Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree; preferred degrees include Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or similar programs
• 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
• Your most recent unofficial transcript(s) must be submitted with your application

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• Commitment to safety.
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and results-oriented individuals who enjoy working with people and achieving superior results.
• Problem-solving skills, analytical ability, and mechanical aptitude
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Work Location: Calgary, AB or Edmonton, AB

 
Work Term: 16 months

 
Start Date: January or May 2027

 
Other Considerations

• For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment background screening will be required
• We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted
• In certain situations, Imperial may use your application to consider your suitability for other positions in the company and may also provide the information to its affiliates, including affiliates of ExxonMobil Corporation, in connection with possible opportunities at those affiliates
• To be considered for employment, your most recent unofficial transcript(s) must be submitted.

Application Deadline: September 30, 2026

Imperial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Imperial is committed to providing equitable treatment and equal opportunity to all individuals and encourages all eligible applicants to apply.

Imperial conducts business in a manner that respects the land, environment, 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. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request at View email address on jobs.exxonmobil.com .

Eligibility to work in Canada

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. 

Proof of eligibility must be current and valid (not expired, cancelled or voided). Proof of eligibility will be required if an offer of employment is made. Failure to provide proof of eligibility at least six (6) weeks prior to the start date may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

Job ID: 108577

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