Student Co-Op

About This Opportunity

• Co-Op/Internship opportunity with meaningful, diverse, and challenging assignments.
• Work alongside industry leading professionals on important projects.
• Receive mentorship, knowledge, and experience for career development.
• Posting for all internship/co-op positions in Toledo, OH.
• May receive a screening questionnaire for additional preferences after application.
• Possible placement for majors including:
• Chemical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Accounting & Finance
• Supply Chain Management/Logistics
• Application deadline: October 30th, 2026.
• Start Date: May 2027.
• Length of Term: 4 Months.

What You’ll Do

Responsibilities may vary depending on the specific position assigned.

• Chemical Engineering – Process/Process Controls/Environmental
• Analyze process, environmental, and safety data to support performance improvements.
• Assist with process monitoring, troubleshooting, and engineering projects.
• Support EH&S and process safety compliance through audits and documentation.
• Collaborate with teams to support operations, reporting, and continuous improvement.
• Mechanical Engineering – Fixed & Rotating Equipment/Projects
• Support equipment reliability through inspections, troubleshooting, and maintenance planning.
• Assist with equipment design, repairs, modifications, and capital projects.
• Analyze operational and maintenance data to improve asset performance.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and vendors to execute projects safely and efficiently.
• Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering – Electrical/Instrumentation/PLC
• Support electrical and control system reliability through testing and troubleshooting.
• Assist with the design, installation, and upgrade of electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Collect and analyze data to support system performance and maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to execute projects and field support.
• Accounting & Finance
• Support accounting and financial reporting activities using SAP and other systems.
• Assist with month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.
• Use Excel and analytical tools to develop reports and identify trends.
• Provide financial insights to support business decisions and performance evaluation.
• Supply Chain Management
• Support procurement, sourcing, and contract management activities.
• Analyze supply chain and inventory data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Assist with inventory control, material planning, and procure-to-pay processes.
• Collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders to support projects and business objectives.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. full-time for the duration of the work term.
• Able to produce documentation upon application (e.g., work visa).
• Available to begin work in May 2027.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Solid analytical skills.
• Microsoft Suite skills, specifically Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal, judgement, and decision-making skills.
• Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered.
• Education:
• Must be enrolled at an accredited post-secondary institution at the time of the intended work term and returning to full-time studies after the work term.
• OR registered in an accredited post-secondary co-op or internship program for the duration of the work term.
• Candidates currently enrolled in a Masters or Ph.D. program at an accredited post-secondary institution may also be considered.
• New graduates are not eligible for student opportunities.
• Working Conditions:
• May include frequency of travel, sitting, standing, computer work, lifting, driving, working at site, etc.
• Safety Sensitive:
• May require the operation of a motor vehicle.
• Applicants may be asked to provide a valid driver’s license if offered the position.

Student Program Benefits

• A multi-discipline program with meaningful, hands-on work experience.
• Networking events coordinated by the New Grad Committee:
• Group mentoring from senior/executive leaders.
• Lunch ‘n learns.
• Guest speakers.
• Technical presentations.
• Holiday celebrations.
• Wide support network: direct leaders, program leads, human resource, peers, mentor(s), New Grad Committee, and buddy.
• Structured goal setting and performance evaluations.
• Opportunity to present work-term learnings to the Cenovus Leadership team.
• Students moving for their work term may be eligible to receive a lump sum relocation payment.
• Candidates must have their own means of transportation as there is no public transportation in field locations.

Submission

• Submit a resume as a PDF document.
• For accessibility assistance, email [email protected].