Field Operations Summer Student - AB

Grande Prairie, AB
On-site
Posted Sep 12, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Internship / apprenticeship, Temporary
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The student will assist with field operations, including site housekeeping, vegetation management, and equipment data capture. They will also support warehouse and supply chain personnel with various assigned tasks.

Job details

ARC has had an exciting growth story driven by the contributions of our people, principled business strategy and high-performance culture. Today, we are a proud member of the Shell Group, and a Canadian energy company with a strong track record of operational and environmental performance. In alignment with our values, we are proud to produce Canadian energy safely and efficiently. Producing low-cost, reliable energy strengthens our resilience in the evolving global energy system, and enables ARC to create value for our people, shareholders, stakeholders and communities. Following our guiding principles has shaped the company we are today and will underpin our success in the future. Through innovation, teamwork and a commitment to operational excellence, our diverse team of people drive our company’s success. From the office to the field, our team of talented professionals work hard each day to safely execute our business and create positive and lasting impacts for our stakeholders. THE OPPORTUNITY: Reporting to the Area Foreman, the Field Operations Summer Student positions require organized, detail oriented and motivated individuals who are ready to work in a fast-paced environment and take on new challenges. These roles involve working alongside team members with extensive and diverse experience within Field Operations. These 4-month work terms will commence in May 2027 and are based in Grande Prairie. RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain housekeeping of operational sites and facilities, which includes cleaning and painting Assist in vegetation management; weed eating of sites and facilities Assist Field Operations as required for compliance including data capture and asset management of equipment Support warehouse and supply chain personnel with assigned tasks WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO ARC: These positions are ideally suited for students currently in their second or third year of a Bachelor's degree in Petroleum, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field and are returning to their studies in the following term, or for high school graduates who have completed a 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate Valid Class 5 license and experienced driving on rural roads Excellent communication and strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of team Motivated and enthusiastic team player with a strong work ethic Capability to work outdoors in ranging temperatures that can sometimes exceed 30 degrees Must be physically able to perform basic maintenance tasks Possesses a strong commitment to safety Demonstrated ability to adapt to process changes and modifications Must be able to live and work in the greater Grande Prairie area and travel regularly to various field locations throughout the work term REWARDING OPPORTUNITY: An opportunity to be part of delivering responsible energy by developing and growing your career with us Working collaboratively with, and learning from some of the most talented and experienced people in our industry A culture of caring and high performance Focus on health and well-being An environment where all individuals are treated fairly and respectfully, have equal access to opportunities and resources, feel a sense of belonging, and can contribute fully to the organization’s success Meaningful work that makes a difference in the Canadian energy industry ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: As this role is considered safety sensitive, the successful candidate will be required to successfully complete drug and alcohol testing, and a fitness to work test. Shift schedules for these roles are 4 days on and 3 days off, working 10 hours per day, Monday to Thursday We are pleased to share that Shell’s acquisition of ARC Resources Ltd. has now officially closed. This marks an important milestone for both organizations and the beginning of a new chapter together. ARC Resources Ltd. is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Shell and will continue to operate largely as a standalone business for a period of time before fully integrating. We thank you for your interest in ARC, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Accessibility accommodation for applicants is available upon request during the talent acquisition process.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates should be students in their second or third year of an engineering degree or high school graduates with a 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate. A valid Class 5 driver's license and the ability to perform physical maintenance tasks in outdoor conditions are required.