Environmental Intern - 12-Month Opportunity

Job Type:

Intern/Student (Fixed Term)
Powering people, fueling the future. At Plains, we believe in the value energy brings to people, communities, and businesses, today and for generations to come. Our people play a vital role in transporting North American energy to where it’s needed. Plains moves more than 8 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGLs to power communities, spark innovation and fuel quality of life.

Fueled by our strong leadership team and a dedicated employee base, combined with our expertise in marketing, logistics and our asset base, Plains is well-positioned to provide our customers with flexible, value-added services now and in the future.

New to the midstream energy sector? No problem! Plains offers a comprehensive formal training program, featuring on-the-job training, companywide learning series, online educational tools (see sample) and student programs.

About this student opportunity

At Plains, students are vital members of our team, driving our business forward with their fresh perspectives and innovative ideas. From day one, you’ll feel empowered to ask questions and truly be part of our collaborative culture.

We offer students the chance to build professional networks by working alongside skilled professionals, mentors, and fellow students. Our student programs provide hands-on experience within the oil and gas midstream sector and opportunities for students to take on higher level projects depending on their skills and career interests.

Our internships are designed to bridge the gap between academic studies and real-world applications, offering meaningful and challenging work. Plains is proud to offer one of the industry’s top formal training programs for students, with high-achieving participants potentially receiving job offers upon graduation.

We are currently seeking an Environmental Intern for a 12-month term starting September 2, 2025. The work will involve supporting the environmental compliance needs of the organization through the implementation and execution of the Plains Air Program. The Intern position will be embedded within the Environment Team and will work closely with individuals from other internal departments. Depending on candidates work location, this role will either be in Calgary, or Sherwood Park, Alberta.

Join us and take the first step towards a rewarding career in the oil and gas industry!

What you will learn

Conduct a review of Plains’ Air Program performance data/documentation to assess compliance with program requirements;
Interface with asset locations to obtain air emission data and review for accuracy and completeness;
Assist in coordination of air consultant reports and outputs for environmental compliance programs such as NPRI or GHG (TIER/EPS);
Assist in detailed data collection and review for company ESG reporting (Scope 1/2);
Support enhancements to the structures for air data record keeping and management;
Conduct field visits to asset locations to review data collection and record keeping practices;
Conduct reviews of field air emission survey data received from vendors and evaluate for completeness and accuracy, provide recommendations for improvement as warranted;
Develop data summaries and visualizations to highlight data trends and cost implications;
Day to day duties such as, record keeping, filing, collection of regulatory information, document processing, data compilation, and project/budget status tracking; and
Prepare and deliver a presentation to the Environment Group that summarizes the findings/learnings and output of the intern tenure.
Who you are

Proactive team player who is eager to learn.
Skilled at synthesizing information and communicating their recommendations/findings clearly.
Effective working in fast-paced environment and doesn’t mind working independently at times.
Detail-oriented with high accuracy.
Strong analytical and organizational abilities.
Flexible and adaptable to change.
Minimum qualifications

Enrolled in at least the 2nd year of a bachelor’s program in Environmental Science, Biology, Science, or related.
Prior environmental work or school experience in air emissions compliance, GHG emission reporting, and/or climate change is an asset.
You will not graduate from your current bachelor’s program prior to the end date of this internship.
Ability to commit to a 12-month work term starting September 2, 2025
Past entry level work experience doing customer service or relevant internships are considered an asset.
Experience working with MS Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Sharepoint, and Outlook).
Willingness to relocate to Calgary or Sherwood Park, Alberta for the entire duration of the term.
Ability to provide three satisfactory references from past managers/teachers and pass a Criminal Background Check.
How to ace your interview

Application Essentials: Include your resume, cover letter, and transcript.

Stay Updated: Check your email (including junk folder) frequently.

Preparation Tips:

Learn about the midstream industry (TIP: watch this video).

Understand our core values, recent Plains news, or read our sustainability report.

Dress and communicate professionally.

Inform us of any vacation plans or changes in availability.

Prepare questions to ask at the end of your interview.

As a student at Plains you'll receive a competitive compensation, industry leading work experience, and the opportunity to take part in a variety of social events with colleagues.

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All applicants not chosen for an interview shall have all personal information permanently deleted or disposed of with the exception of their resume, which will be kept on file in the event that another suitable position becomes available.