Student Program Assistant Jobs in Calgary, AB (NOW HIRING)

The Opportunity:

Are you a student looking for an exciting opportunity that is full of meaningful, diverse, and ambitious assignments working alongside industry leading professionals? Join Canadian Natural, where we strive to provide opportunities based on your abilities, helping you to contribute in a meaningful way and apply your academic experience to challenging and rewarding projects!

As a Treasury Student, you will work alongside experienced and talented professionals and take part in interesting work assignments that stimulate learning. You will get first-hand exposure to how a large company manages cash and debt balances. Our company culture fosters a fun working environment, development of meaningful relationships and continuous learning. Building on classroom studies, you will develop and enhance your skills while working with mentors to kick-start a successful career in Accounting and Finance!

• Job location: Calgary, AB - Head Office
• Shift schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off, 8 hours/day (Monday - Friday) 
• Term lengths: 8 & 12 months 
• Term start: May 2027
• Safety sensitive position: No

Key Accountabilities:

• Assist with vendor banking set-up and maintenance for electronic payments and cash receipts 
• Support daily cash management activities, including deposits, payment processing, and maintaining accurate supporting documentation
• Respond to inquiries related to payments, cash receipts and disbursements while ensuring accurate record keeping
• Assist with Treasury reporting, bank reconciliations, foreign exchange rate updates, and transaction analysis
• Participate in Treasury projects while gaining exposure to cash management, financial controls, and corporate finance accounting processes 

What You Bring to the Role:

• Currently enrolled in your 2nd or 3rd year of a degree program in Accounting, Finance or Business, with a preference given to candidates intending to pursue an accounting designation (e.g. CPA) or other finance designation (e.g. CFA)
• Attention to detail and analytical skills
• Strong work ethic and effective time management and communication skills
• Familiarity with:
  • Accounting concepts and principles
  • Financial markets
  • Research strategies and analytical thinking
  • Microsoft Office Suite

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays in July and August
• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Students may be eligible for relocation assistance pursuant to Canadian Natural's Student Relocation Policy (Students will be responsible for finding their own accommodations during the work term) 
• Opportunities to partake in initiatives such as the Intern Social Committee

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS overview to learn more about we have to offer!

If you are interested in this exciting student work term opportunity, please include your resume, cover letter and unofficial transcripts as part of your online application.

All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. This posting will close once a successful candidate has been selected.

Canadian Natural operates one of the largest Campus Recruitment programs in the country, hiring over 400 students every year. Students hired on with us are made to feel a part of the team, gaining high level experience, knowledge, and training that introduces and prepares them for full-time employment. 

We are proud to share that Canadian Natural has been ranked as a Top Employer for 2023, 2024 and 2025 by Canada's Future Workforce and also one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025 and 2026.

Industry Leader: We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d. 

Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.

Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.

Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural - one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

Check out some of our Student Testimonials!