Cenovus Energy
Chemical and Environmental Engineering Student - OH (Spring OR Summer 2026)
Cenovus Energy, Lima, Ohio, United States, 45807
Overview
Chemical and Environmental Engineering Student - OH (Spring OR Summer 2026) Location: Lima, OH or Toledo, OH. Length of term: 4 months. Start dates: January 2026 or May 2026. This is a Co-Op/Internship opportunity for Chemical/Environmental Engineering students to work with industry professionals on meaningful, diverse, and challenging assignments, with mentorship and opportunities to develop skills for a career in the field. Position status: This posting may include multiple placements in Lima, OH and Toledo, OH. Application may prompt a screening questionnaire to indicate preferences. Note: Application deadline referenced is October 31, 2025. What You’ll Do
Responsibilities may vary depending on the specific position; examples include roles in Process/Project Development Engineering, Process Controls Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Operations, Lab, and Deployed Process Safety Engineering. Process/Project Development Engineering: perform unit tests, analyze operating data to improve profitability; assist with designs of less complex equipment; provide operating data for planning, operations improvement, economic evaluations; troubleshoot operating problems; maintain and develop KPIs for process units. Process Controls Engineering: assist with on-site upgrade of Controls computers; support maintenance and project activities; provide DCS control scheme designs, configurations, alarm configurations, and operator graphics; participate in project development (cost estimation, P&ID, control schemes); participate in MOC, Hazop, LOPA, and Alarm Rationalization; assist with DCS infrastructure modifications; participate in FAT, SAT, commissioning, startup; assist with operator training documentation; assist in data collection using DCS historian; assist in alarm rationalization and KPI improvements; assist with installation and upkeep of DCS hardware/software. Environmental Engineering: perform emissions modeling and calculations; develop emissions projections; recommend process changes to reduce emissions; assist with data collection and analysis for regulatory programs; lead periodic field sample collection; assist in regulatory report preparation; participate in environmental testing and audits; communicate with process and operation groups to relay compliance statuses; collaborate with operations, maintenance, and safety teams on environmental best practices; contribute to internal training and compliance initiatives. Operations: assist with daily process monitoring; support troubleshooting of unit upsets and product quality incidents; work with various departments to support operations; assist with area EH&S compliance; assist with compilation of production data. Lab: update equipment spreadsheets; set up SQC for instruments following EPA protocols; assist development of methods for GC or GC/MS; assist Coordination & Economics Team as appropriate. Deployed Process Safety Engineering: perform safety procedure audits and inspections; assist in Contractor Safety Training; support PSM activities (PSI, PHA, MOC, auditing, drawing updates, MOC documentation, task assistance); assist in HMIS signage and labeling; perform annual respiratory protection program audits; engage with field personnel to understand operational challenges and reinforce safety culture; promote positive safety communications; perform other duties as assigned. Who You Are
Legally authorized to work in the U.S. full-time for the duration of the work term and able to provide documentation (e.g., work visa) upon application. Available to begin work in January 2026 or May 2026. Ability to work well in a team; solid analytical and Microsoft Excel skills; excellent interpersonal, judgment, and decision-making skills. Enrollment in a Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related Engineering degree at an accredited institution during the work term and returning to full-time studies afterward; or enrolled in a co-op or internship program for the duration of the term. Candidates in Masters or PhD programs may be considered. New graduates are not eligible for student opportunities. Education
Must be enrolled in a Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related Engineering degree and returning to full-time studies after the term, or registered in an accredited co-op/internship program for the duration of the term. Masters or PhD candidates may be considered. Working Conditions
May involve travel, sitting, standing, computer work, lifting, driving, site work, etc. Safety sensitive role; PPE required during work hours; pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol assessments may be required. Some roles may require a valid driver’s license. Submission
Please submit a resume as a PDF document. For accessibility needs to apply, email campusrelations@cenovus.com. Student Program Benefits
Multidisciplinary program with meaningful, hands-on work experience. Networking events, mentoring, technical presentations, and other development activities. Support network including leaders, program leads, HR, peers, mentors, and a dedicated committee. Structured goal setting and performance evaluations. Opportunity to present work-term learnings to Cenovus leadership. Relocation stipend eligibility for those moving for the term (transportation required as there is limited public transit in field locations). Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and value merit-based opportunities for growth. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education where applicable. For more information, visit cenovus.com. Note: New graduates are not eligible for student opportunities. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Find Cenovus on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram. The Cenovus Experience and Our Culture: We foster continuous learning, offer development initiatives, and promote internal job movement to gain new perspectives and grow. We energize the world to make people’s lives better.
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Chemical and Environmental Engineering Student - OH (Spring OR Summer 2026) Location: Lima, OH or Toledo, OH. Length of term: 4 months. Start dates: January 2026 or May 2026. This is a Co-Op/Internship opportunity for Chemical/Environmental Engineering students to work with industry professionals on meaningful, diverse, and challenging assignments, with mentorship and opportunities to develop skills for a career in the field. Position status: This posting may include multiple placements in Lima, OH and Toledo, OH. Application may prompt a screening questionnaire to indicate preferences. Note: Application deadline referenced is October 31, 2025. What You’ll Do
Responsibilities may vary depending on the specific position; examples include roles in Process/Project Development Engineering, Process Controls Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Operations, Lab, and Deployed Process Safety Engineering. Process/Project Development Engineering: perform unit tests, analyze operating data to improve profitability; assist with designs of less complex equipment; provide operating data for planning, operations improvement, economic evaluations; troubleshoot operating problems; maintain and develop KPIs for process units. Process Controls Engineering: assist with on-site upgrade of Controls computers; support maintenance and project activities; provide DCS control scheme designs, configurations, alarm configurations, and operator graphics; participate in project development (cost estimation, P&ID, control schemes); participate in MOC, Hazop, LOPA, and Alarm Rationalization; assist with DCS infrastructure modifications; participate in FAT, SAT, commissioning, startup; assist with operator training documentation; assist in data collection using DCS historian; assist in alarm rationalization and KPI improvements; assist with installation and upkeep of DCS hardware/software. Environmental Engineering: perform emissions modeling and calculations; develop emissions projections; recommend process changes to reduce emissions; assist with data collection and analysis for regulatory programs; lead periodic field sample collection; assist in regulatory report preparation; participate in environmental testing and audits; communicate with process and operation groups to relay compliance statuses; collaborate with operations, maintenance, and safety teams on environmental best practices; contribute to internal training and compliance initiatives. Operations: assist with daily process monitoring; support troubleshooting of unit upsets and product quality incidents; work with various departments to support operations; assist with area EH&S compliance; assist with compilation of production data. Lab: update equipment spreadsheets; set up SQC for instruments following EPA protocols; assist development of methods for GC or GC/MS; assist Coordination & Economics Team as appropriate. Deployed Process Safety Engineering: perform safety procedure audits and inspections; assist in Contractor Safety Training; support PSM activities (PSI, PHA, MOC, auditing, drawing updates, MOC documentation, task assistance); assist in HMIS signage and labeling; perform annual respiratory protection program audits; engage with field personnel to understand operational challenges and reinforce safety culture; promote positive safety communications; perform other duties as assigned. Who You Are
Legally authorized to work in the U.S. full-time for the duration of the work term and able to provide documentation (e.g., work visa) upon application. Available to begin work in January 2026 or May 2026. Ability to work well in a team; solid analytical and Microsoft Excel skills; excellent interpersonal, judgment, and decision-making skills. Enrollment in a Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related Engineering degree at an accredited institution during the work term and returning to full-time studies afterward; or enrolled in a co-op or internship program for the duration of the term. Candidates in Masters or PhD programs may be considered. New graduates are not eligible for student opportunities. Education
Must be enrolled in a Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related Engineering degree and returning to full-time studies after the term, or registered in an accredited co-op/internship program for the duration of the term. Masters or PhD candidates may be considered. Working Conditions
May involve travel, sitting, standing, computer work, lifting, driving, site work, etc. Safety sensitive role; PPE required during work hours; pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol assessments may be required. Some roles may require a valid driver’s license. Submission
Please submit a resume as a PDF document. For accessibility needs to apply, email campusrelations@cenovus.com. Student Program Benefits
Multidisciplinary program with meaningful, hands-on work experience. Networking events, mentoring, technical presentations, and other development activities. Support network including leaders, program leads, HR, peers, mentors, and a dedicated committee. Structured goal setting and performance evaluations. Opportunity to present work-term learnings to Cenovus leadership. Relocation stipend eligibility for those moving for the term (transportation required as there is limited public transit in field locations). Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and value merit-based opportunities for growth. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education where applicable. For more information, visit cenovus.com. Note: New graduates are not eligible for student opportunities. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Find Cenovus on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram. The Cenovus Experience and Our Culture: We foster continuous learning, offer development initiatives, and promote internal job movement to gain new perspectives and grow. We energize the world to make people’s lives better.
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