At Imperial, we work every day to responsibly develop Canada’s 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 society’s 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 5,500+ total employees. Our offices are located in Nanticoke, ON.
What role you will play in our team
As an Engineering Intern, you will support one of our specialized teams within the refinery operations, including Process Engineering, Applications & Systems, or Environmental Engineering. You will work closely with integrated teams to support day-to-day operations and long-term initiatives, ensuring safe, reliable, and environmentally compliant operations.
What you will do
Process Engineering:
- Collaborate with operations, reliability, and automation engineers to support safe and reliable unit operation.
- Identify, develop, and implement operational and facility improvements focusing on safety, reliability, economics, and sustainability.
- Communicate the status of unit operations, improvement opportunities, and operating costs to various stakeholders.
Applications & Systems Engineering:
- Support identifying, implementing, and maintaining basic process control applications.
- Assist with day-to-day monitoring and support for existing applications on process units.
- Develop new applications and maintain the performance of existing ones.
- Support software/database requirements.
Environmental Engineering:
- Report environmental performance data as required by Provincial and Federal governments.
- Develop and implement environmental standards and manage systems for the site.
- Maintain site documentation of regulatory compliance directories.
- Conduct routine environmental field inspections and surveys.
About you
Skills and Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Process Control, Computer Science, or Environmental Engineering from a Canadian Accredited University.
- Demonstrated leadership and strong academic skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Your most recent unofficial transcript(s) must be submitted with your application.
Preferred Qualifications/ Experience
- Commitment to safety.
- Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and results-oriented individuals who enjoy working with people and achieving superior results.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team-based environment.
- Previous industry experience is beneficial but not essential.
Start Date: May, 2025
Work Term: 12-16 months
Location(s): Nanticoke Refinery, Nanticoke, Ontario
Other Considerations
- We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
- For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment background screening will be required.
- In certain situations, Imperial may use your application to consider your suitability for other positions in the company and may also provide the information to its affiliates, including affiliates of ExxonMobil Corporation, in connection with possible opportunities at those affiliates.
Application Deadline: November 24, 2024
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 communities. In 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 Imperial’s 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 Recruit.Services.CA@exxonmobil.com.
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.
