Production Engineering Summer Student

Job summary

The student will participate in well performance reviews and assist in planning production and operational efficiency projects. They will also develop engineering reports and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support field production activities.

Job details

PRODUCTION ENGINEERING STUDENT At Paramount Resources Ltd. we’re driven by the passion to be the best. Paramount is dynamic, fast-moving and unsatisfied with the status quo. A combination of focused approach, technical expertise and financial depth has propelled us into one of the top exploration and production companies in Canada. While our continued progress can be attributed to many factors, our people are the primary reason for Paramount’s success. Our premium land positions, diversified portfolio and financial flexibility set the stage for our talented teams to showcase their proven ability to deliver top-tier results. Be part of the energy – join Paramount today! We’re a Canadian company based in Calgary, Alberta and our shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol POU. About this Opportunity: We are looking for a Production Engineering Student to work on the Production & Operations Engineering team for a 4-month term beginning in May 2027. This position will be based in-person, in our downtown Calgary office, with the potential for occasional Field visits within Alberta. What you’ll be doing: * You will be participating in well reviews to evaluate performance and production opportunities * You will be supervised and mentored by a Senior Engineer within the group for your work term * You will learn about project management principles by assisting in the planning and implementation of optimization, production, and operational efficiencies * You will develop and maintain Production engineering reports, tools, and data analytics to assess performance and identify trends * You will collaborate with our Operations, Exploitation, and Reservoir teams to support our field production * You will assist Production Engineers with various project related activities such as assessing field economics and planning requirements Who you are: * You are currently enrolled in your 2nd or 3rd year of Mechanical, Petroleum, Energy, or Chemical Engineering Program * You are able to work effectively in a team environment. * You are someone who values feedback as a learning tool. * You are motivated, hard-working and determined to achieve superior results. * You are focused and have a keen attention to detail. * Previous oil and gas experience is not required, however it is considered an asset * You have: * a strong safety mindset * strong computer skills including data analysis and MS Office skills * demonstrated effective decision-making skills * good communication and presentation skills To be eligible for a Paramount Resources student position, you must meet the following requirements: * You are currently enrolled at one of the following post-secondary institutions: University of Calgary, University of Saskatchewan, Queens, or any other Canadian post-secondary with an accredited Engineering Program * You are available to work the full duration of the outlined work term * You are currently residing in Calgary or willing to relocate for your work term * You are legally entitled to work in Canada without restriction, by way of one of the following: * Canadian Citizenship * Permanent Residency * Valid work permit What we can offer YOU: This position will provide you with an opportunity to leverage your skills in support of a Canadian-based energy company. You will receive on-the-job experience, coaching and training and work in a collaborative learning environment. Application Process: Your application must include a resume, cover letter, and recent transcripts in one PDF document. In your cover letter, please address the following: 1. Your year of study & anticipated graduation 2. Your term-length availability 3. Your GPA 4. If you are willing to relocate (if applicable) 5. Why do you want to work for Paramount Resources Ltd.? Paramount is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce. Interested candidates who have the required qualifications and wish to apply may submit their application online. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Application Deadline: This posting will close when a successful applicant has been selected Job Location: Calgary, AB Job Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7.5-hour work days Term Start: May 2027 Term Length: 4 months

What you’ll do

The student will participate in well performance reviews and assist in planning production and operational efficiency projects. They will also develop engineering reports and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support field production activities.

Requirements

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a 2nd or 3rd year Mechanical, Petroleum, Energy, or Chemical Engineering program at an accredited Canadian institution. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada and possess strong data analysis and communication skills.

Benefits

• On-the-job experience • Coaching • Training • Collaborative learning environment

Listed skills

• Operational Efficiency · Preferred
• Technical Reporting · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• MS-Office · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Production engineering
• Data analysis
• Project management
• Well reviews
• Operational efficiency
• Field economics
• Technical reporting
• MS Office
• Communication
• Presentation skills
• Decision-making
• Safety mindset
• Strong Work Ethic
• Planning
• Data Analysis
• Chemical Engineering
• Decision Making
• Collaborative Learning
• Computer Literacy
• Economics
• Oil and Gas
• Project Management
• Operations
• Presentations
• Production Engineering
• Coaching
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Engineering
• Energy
• Data & Analytics
• Summer Student
• Production Engineer
• Industrial and Production Engineers
• Industrial Engineers