Lab Student Assistant Jobs in Alberta (NOW HIRING)

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our customers. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations — mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE and be part of a team that steps up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

Summer positions will run May-August 2027. Co-op and Internship positions may extend beyond the summer term depending on the requirements of the academic program and the business. These terms may be 4, 8, 12, or 16 months in length.

At SECURE, we roll up our sleeves and take on the tough stuff with grit, innovation, and teamwork. We’re looking for students who are:

• Ready to embrace challenges and bring forward new ideas.
• Determined, resilient, and driven to see tasks through.
• Adaptable and resourceful, with a strong ability to collaborate.
• Motivated to perform at a high level and support the team.

To be eligible for the SECURE Student program, you must:

• Be enrolled in a post-secondary institution and available from May to August.
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent residency, or a valid work permit.
• Complete a Medical and/or Alcohol and Drug test if the role is considered safety-sensitive.

To be considered for the Student Program, you must submit one (1) combined PDF containing all required documents in the following order:

• Cover Letter – Answer both prompts:
  • Why do you want to work for SECURE?
  • How does this position fit with your career goals?
• Resume
• Most Recent Transcripts (official or unofficial)

Applications that do not include all three documents in a single PDF may not be considered.

This role provides the student with hands-on experience in a laboratory setting in Leduc, Alberta, supporting testing and research on scale and paraffin deposition. The student will gain practical exposure to chemical analysis, data reporting, and ongoing R&D projects that directly support customer and operational needs.

This role is based out of Leduc, Alberta

The student will be part of a collaborative technical team working in a lab environment that values accuracy, safety, and continuous improvement. You’ll be supported by experienced colleagues while contributing to meaningful research and solving real-world problems.

This is a full-time student position based in Leduc, Alberta, working Monday to Friday. You will work in a professional, team-oriented laboratory environment with opportunities to collaborate across multiple business functions while gaining hands-on experience supporting laboratory testing, research, and development initiatives. Reliable transportation is required, as the successful applicant must be able to get themselves to the Leduc location.

• Assist in laboratory testing related to scale and paraffin deposition.
• Prepare and analyze samples using standard laboratory procedures (e.g., FTIR, titration, filtration).
• Support field simulation and chemical evaluation studies under supervision.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, cleanliness, and safe work practices.
• Record and compile experimental data for internal reporting and customer support.
• Participate in continuous improvement of test methods and documentation.
• Assist with inventory management of lab consumables and chemicals.
• Identify any projects/assignments suitable for student involvement
• Support ongoing R&D projects related to paraffin deposition modelling and inhibitor testing.
• Assist in lab work for compatibility testing of scale inhibitors with field brines.
• Help prepare test data reports for customer technical service cases.
• Contribute to trial runs of new lab procedures or equipment validations.

• Actively enrolled in a post-secondary program such as Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Chemical Technology, or Biochemistry, and returning to studies following the work term.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow technical instructions accurately.
• Comfortable working in a laboratory environment with chemicals and analytical equipment.
• Basic knowledge of chemistry or chemical engineering principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with the ability to perform basic data analysis.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Please submit your application by September 25, 2026. Only applicants submitted through SECURE’s career site will be acknowledged. Late submissions will not be accepted.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected will be contacted.

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth — for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team that takes pride in tackling tough challenges and making a meaningful contribution. We attract, retain, and motivate employees with competitive compensation and by recognizing performance.

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