Student Co-Op - Lima, Toledo, OR Dublin, OH (Spring 2028)

Worker Type: Student


Job Post End Date: 05/01/2027
Start Date: Jan 2028
Location: Lima, Toledo, or Dublin, OH
Length of Term: 4 Months
About This Opportunity
Are you looking for an exciting Co-Op/Internship opportunity full of meaningful, diverse, and challenging assignments working alongside industry leading professionals? You will be part of a driven, and collaborative team completing important projects while receiving the mentorship, knowledge, and experience to develop the skills you need to build an exciting career.
This posting is for all internship/co-op positions in Lima, Toledo, and Dublin, OH. After submitting your application, you may receive a screening questionnaire where you can indicate additional preferences.
Possible placement may include the following majors:
Chemical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Civil Engineering
Accounting & Finance
Supply Chain Management/Logistics
Logistics
Marketing Operations
Note: The application deadline for this position is April 30th, 2027.
What You’ll Do
Responsibilities may vary depending on the specific position assigned to but they may include:
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
Logistics
Support daily management of all Cenovus logistical functions including fleet planning, product scheduling, & inventory management
Provide analytical support to better understand and articulate logistics movements, costs and performance
Provide back-up to pipeline, terminal, truck, and rail schedulers
Develop standard reports and respond to data requests
Participate in operational and planning meetings with the Logistics team and other functional groups
Marketing Operations
Develop and maintain standard reports, ensuring timely and accurate responses to ad hoc data requests
Enhance performance reporting for marketing, trading, and scheduling teams, improving data accessibility and actionable insights
Automate report generation and data delivery, streamlining communication with key stakeholders and improving operational efficiency
Support economic, pricing, and forecasting functions by providing data-driven analysis to optimize decision-making processes
Conduct in-depth market studies and analysis, identifying key trends and opportunities to inform business strategy
Perform statistical analyses to provide valuable insights into business activities, supporting strategic planning and performance evaluation
Who You Are
Our ideal candidate will have the following minimum qualifications:
Legally authorized to work in the U.S. full-time for the duration of your work term and able to produce documentation upon application (e.g., work visa).
Available to begin work in January 2028.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Solid analytical and Microsoft Suite skills, specifically Excel.
Excellent interpersonal, judgement, and decision-making skills.
We acknowledge the value of transferrable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement.
Education
Must be enrolled at an accredited post-secondary institution at the time of 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 either 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
Safety sensitive positions may require the operation of a motor vehicle. Applicants may be asked to provide a valid driver’s license if offered the position.
Submission
Please submit a resume as a PDF document.
If you require accessibility assistance to complete the on-line application or otherwise apply for an open position with Cenovus, its subsidiaries and affiliates, please email campusrelations@cenovus.com.
Student Program Benefits
A multi-discipline program with meaningful, hands-on work experience.
Networking events coordinated by the New Grad Committee including group mentoring from senior/executive leaders, lunch ‘n learns, guest speakers, technical presentations, and holiday celebrations.
Wide support network including 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 to assist with relocation expenses.
Candidates must have their own means of transportation as there is no public transportation in field locations.
Additional Information
New graduates are not eligible for student opportunities.
Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Learn more about our Student and New Grad program!
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Who we are:
Cenovus is an integrated energy company headquartered in Calgary. We’re committed to maximizing value by developing our assets in a safe, responsible and cost-efficient manner. We operate in Canada, the United States and the Asia Pacific region. Our operations include oil sands projects in northern Alberta, thermal and conventional crude oil and natural gas projects across Western Canada, crude oil production offshore Newfoundland and Labrador and natural gas and liquids production offshore China and Indonesia. Cenovus’s downstream operations include upgrading, refining and marketing operations in Canada and the United States.
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