Process Engineering Student Edmonton May 2026

At Imperial we work every day to responsibly develop Canadas energy resources applying technology and innovation to supply affordable accessible and reliable energy while reducing emissions in support of a net-zero future. 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 societys evolving needs.

Come be part of the Product Solutions department at Imperial which has more than 140 year history in Canada and a workforce of 5500 total employees. Our offices are located in Edmonton AB.

What role you will play in our team

Imperial is recruiting for Chemical Engineering students at Strathcona Refinery located in Edmonton. Working under the guidance of staff Chemical Engineers you will gain an understanding of petrochemical refining processes process safety process controls and unit optimization. The role will be to support safe reliable and profitable operation of process units. Imperial is recruiting for a variety of positions within the Strathcona Manufacturing Complex organization including within various manufacturing teams environmental supply & logistics process control & application.

What you will do

Imperial is recruiting for a variety of positions at Stratcona Refinery located in Edmonton AB. Typical responsibilities may include :

• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders including operations reliability process technical and automation engineers to support safe and reliable unit operation
• Work with cross functional teams to identify develop and implement operational and facility improvements with focus on safety reliability economics and sustainability
• Effectively communicate status of unit operation improvement opportunities and operating costs to various stakeholders

About you

Skills and Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications / Experience :

Location : Edmonton AB

Start Date : May 2026

Work Term : 8 12 16 months (Depending on Students availability)

Other Considerations

Application deadline : January 13 2026

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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 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 Imperials 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 .

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 : 82778

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Anti Money Laundering,Access Control System,Catering,Assessment,Communication

Employment Type : Student

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1