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Student Geologist

Calgary, AB
On-site
Posted Sep 19, 2026
1 position

$28–$41 / hour

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Employment type: Internship / apprenticeship, Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Oct 2, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The intern will perform log interpretation, geologic mapping, structural modelling, and core analysis to support drilling and operations. They will also investigate critical parameters influencing productivity and identify opportunities for new well locations or pad optimization.

Job details

At Ovintiv, our products fuel the world through safe, affordable, and reliable energy. We are proud of our purpose, and attracting the right people is the key to its success. As an employer, we recognize your potential and professional aspirations, and are committed to your career development. We offer employees an inclusive work environment with highly competitive compensation and flexibility. Ovintiv’s workplace culture is built upon our foundational values of One, Agile, Driven and Innovative, and we are relentlessly committed to safe and sustainable operations. We value the opportunity to engage and collaborate in person, believing this is best cultivated through our in-office environment. We drive societal progress by valuing our workforce, strengthening the communities we call home and respecting the rights of all. Join our team as we make modern life possible. Posting Close Date: 10/02/2026 Kick-start your geoscience career with Ovintiv. As a summer intern, you will work alongside industry experts, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain hands-on experience on some of North America's premier energy assets. Working within multidisciplinary teams, you will develop technical skills, learn from experienced mentors, and see how geology helps drive business decisions and operational success. Our Geoscience interns will be placed in a position that will give them exposure to the many roles of a professional geoscientist, including Exploration, Reservoir Characterization, Development and Operations. Responsibilities Log interpretation, geologic mapping, structural modelling, core analysis. Investigating critical parameters that influence productivity and economics. Identify opportunities for new well locations or pad optimization. Supporting operations through drilling and completions as it relates to rock properties. Multi-disciplinary integration (e.g. Geophysics, Petrophysics, etc.). Required Qualifications Must be eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship. Must be enrolled in an accredited Canadian university program in Geoscience, Geology. Must be enrolled as a full-time student through December 2027. Available May 3, 2027 – August 19, 2027. In accordance with applicable law, the following represents Ovintiv's reasonable estimate of the hiring compensation range for this role. Hiring Hourly Range: $28.13 - $40.96 CAD Compensation may vary and will be determined by academic experience and placement location. VALUING YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS Ovintiv values the contribution of new talent and recruits ambitious, high-performing students who are committed to excellence. At Ovintiv, you will work on challenging and rewarding hands-on projects that apply and expand your business and technical skills. You will have opportunities to demonstrate your initiative and determination in ways that make a positive impact on Ovintiv and further develop your talents. INTERVIEWS Students selected for an interview will be contacted to arrange a suitable interview time. No telephone inquiries, please; only those students selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank you for your interest in working at Ovintiv and wish you success in your job search. At Ovintiv, we value diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please note that due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to any individual inquiry about the status of your application.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited Canadian university program in Geoscience or Geology as a full-time student through December 2027. Applicants must also be eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship and be available for the full internship duration.