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Start your career at ARC

ARC offers a diverse range of opportunities for prospective students looking to gain experience working within the energy sector. We have multiple summer and co-op positions across many disciplines available each year to get your career started. Please check our Careers page for available opportunities.   

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  • Summer Student Program

    ARC offers a diverse range of opportunities for prospective students looking to learn about the Canadian energy industry and gain valuable experience. Positions offered at our Calgary office include, but are not limited to, Engineering, Operations, Accounting, Geosciences, Finance, and Corporate Services. All of our students are partnered with a member from our talented team of professionals who provide hands-on mentorship and guidance throughout the work term. ARC offers meaningful projects to work on, which are relevant to our business and the energy industry. We are dedicated to building and maintaining positive relationships with our communities and our students are encouraged to participate in volunteering opportunities with our teams. 

    ARC’s summer student positions begin in May for a four month term. However, we also hire co-op and intern positions that range from 8-16 months. All student positions are posted on our website and on various university job boards.

  • Engineering START Program

    With a deliberate focus on providing high-impact learning opportunities, the Engineering START program helps students and new graduates build a strong foundation of industry and engineering experience.

    The program helps students and new graduates build practical skills while gaining valuable exposure to different areas of our business. High-performing students have the opportunity to work in both our Calgary office and one of our field offices. Students and new graduates are partnered with senior mentors to support development and maximize learning opportunities. 

    Positions in our new graduate program are reviewed annually and determined based on business needs. To be eligible for the START program, you first need to have worked at ARC in an engineering summer student or co-op role. Most of our new graduates are hired from our student alumni.

Student and Engineering START Program Testimonials

Matthew Nesselbeck

Matthew Nesselbeck
Engineer-In-Training
START Program

"Going through ARC’s START program has given me the opportunity to continuously expand my knowledge, take on more complex projects, and build relationships with other ARC employees. Additionally, ARC places a heavy focus on field experience, which helps lay a great foundation for a career in the energy sector."

Esther Te Linde

Esther te Linde
Environment and Regulatory Intern
University of British Columbia – Environmental Engineering

“I have a sense of pride working for ARC. The sense of community, a collaborative environment, and meaningful mentorships have given me the opportunity to work on rewarding and challenging projects that make an impact in ARC.” 

Justin Gregoire

Justin Gregoire
Emission Reduction Engineer
START Program

 “ARC has given me the opportunity to work in several different positions throughout my time so far. From the start of my first work term, I was surrounded by mentors that helped me further my knowledge and understanding of the energy business!”

Bailey Andrew

Bailey Anderson
Operations Accounting Summer Student
University of Calgary – Finance

"In my experience, the work environment at ARC has a strong team spirit. The monthly mingles and events held help assist in getting to know others in the company. I felt a strong sense of community during my time working for ARC!"

Sarah Reid

Sarah Reid
Geophysics Summer Student
University of Calgary – Geophysics

"The most valuable thing I learned while working at ARC is how to apply classroom concepts to real world data analysis. It is fascinating to see how one thing you are analyzing can be affected by many different parameters."

Ruby Raguindin

Ruby Raguindin
Energy Ambassador
Mount Royal University – Public Relations

"Working in Canada’s energy industry means working with people who are passionate, knowledgeable, and actively looking for ways to improve. While at times demanding, there is pride in knowing the energy industry is supporting Canadians."

Andrew Te Linde

Andrew te Linde
Energy Ambassador
University of Saskatchewan – Mechanical Engineering

"ARC has always held a strong belief in giving back to the community. On top of financial support, every employee is encouraged to leave a positive and lasting impact on communities through volunteerism, mentorship, and leadership. I am inspired to work for a company that realizes community investment is a vital part of a healthy business, and more importantly, is the right thing to do."

Nicole Yearwood

Nicole Yearwood
Human Resources Summer Student
University of British Columbia - Management/HR

"The best part about working at ARC is the people you get to work with. ARC has developed such an inclusive atmosphere, where all employees are willing to go the extra mile to ensure your experience is meaningful. The people, culture, and opportunities such as the Student Day of Caring that ARC has built into their student program has exceeded my expectations."

Glen Mc Arthur

Glen McArthur
Investor Relations External Communications Summer Student
University of Western Ontario – Richard Ivey School of Business

"One of the many benefits of working at ARC is the variety of projects that I am exposed to. Through the support of my supervisors, I was able to tackle a broad range of projects that allowed me to apply concepts from university, as well gain a much deeper understanding of the Canadian energy industry."

Zack Kempthorne

Zack Kempthorne
Records Information Management Summer Student
University of Alberta – Engineering

"I have been amazed by the opportunities for growth that have been provided by ARC. Everyone here is willing to take time out of their day to tell me about what their job entails and their experience at ARC. I was fortunate to get to visit our field offices where I was able to shadow and tour ARC’s facilities, which gave me an insight into our operations."

Luke Vincent

Luke Vincent
Facilities Engineering Intern
University of Calgary – Mechanical Engineering

"I feel as though the work that I have been given so far is directly related to what I am studying in university. Engineering is largely project management and ensuring that all work is completed efficiently in an organized manner."

Colton Evans

Colton Evans
Field Operations Summer Student
SAIT - Petroleum Engineering

"ARC has industry leading safety protocols and programs which allow for simple and mobile access to hazard and control information. By employing ARC’s safety processes, I was able to identify hazards, effectively mitigate risks, and perform tasks in a safe responsible manner."

Piera Zemlak

Piera Zemlak
Field Operations Summer Student
University of Calgary – Engineering

"ARC’s commitment to safety on their worksites is consistently a top priority. With ARC’s innovative approach using AIMs, feeling safe and prepared to work is a convenient and thorough process. At ARC, it’s easy to have confidence about your personal safety on the job."

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