Laboratory Co-op Student Strathcona January 2026
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Job Summary
At Imperial we work every day to responsibly develop Canadas energy resources applying technology and innovation to supply affordable accessible and reliable energy while reducing emissions in support of a net-zero future. Imperial recognizes the important role we can play by advancing climate solutions within our operations and by providing lower life-cycle emission products to our customers. This effort is powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by a pride in what we do and what we stand for.
The success of our upstream downstream and chemical and corporate divisions is the result of the talent curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy chemicals lubricants and lower-emissions technologies.
Imperial honours diverse backgrounds so we can be a place where people can bring their full selves to work no matter their identity race gender sexual orientation age or ability.
At Imperial we want you to come for the position and stay for the career. As an integrated company we are uniquely positioned to offer you a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities through the course of your career with us. We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet societys evolving needs.
Come be part of the Product Solutions department at Imperial which has more than 140 year history in Canada and a workforce of 5500 total employees. Our offices are located in Edmonton AB.
What role you will play in our team
The Strathcona Refinery is looking for a laboratory student to work in the Quality Assurance Laboratory. The Laboratory operates 7 days a week with typical hours being 7am to 3:30pm Monday through Friday. Some lab posts begin from 6am to 2:30pm. There will be opportunities to support our weekend rotation depending on training during the term. A large part of your work scope will be to qualify and test manufactured products and support refinery operations at various stages in the refining process.
What you will do
As the successful candidate you will
- Have the opportunity to manage the workload in your work area and perform daily testing required by the refinery while working in a supportive environment.
- Be provided with on job training by an experienced employee; this will include test methods and coaching on daily tasks to ensure your area is operating efficiently.
- Manage workload and conduct laboratory testing per testing protocols and test methods.
- Enter data into lab information system to document results and communicate those results if necessary.
- Gain hands on experience in an oil and gas lab within an established Quality Control System.
- Participate in company networking opportunities including the Networking Advisory Program (NAP) which hosts regular informal networking events between early career hires and more experienced employees and the Womens Interest Network (WIN) fostering professional growth personal development and supporting advancement of women at all levels of the company from trades to senior management.
About you
Skills and Qualifications
- Completion of 1st year in a Chemical Technology Diploma program or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications/ Experience
- To be considered for employment your most recent unofficial transcript(s) must be submitted with your application.
- Valid drivers license is required
Start date: January 2026
Work term:12 months
Location: Edmonton AB
Other Considerations
- We thank all those who apply; however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
- For applicants selected to be interviewed pre-employment background screening will be required.
- In certain situations Imperial may use your application to consider your suitability for other positions in the company and may also provide the information to its affiliates including affiliates of ExxonMobil Corporation in connection with possible opportunities at those affiliates.
Application deadline: October 8 2025
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Imperial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Imperial is committed to providing equitable treatment and equal opportunity to all individuals and encourages all eligible applicants to apply.
Imperial conducts business in a manner that respects the land environment rights and cultures of Indigenous the areas where we explore develop and operate Imperial engages Indigenous communities in open and forthright consultation and strives to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect. Please see here for more information on Imperials Indigenous Relations Guiding Principles and Guidelines.
Imperial is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request at .
Eligibility to work in Canada
All applicants who receive an offer of employment must be eligible to work in Canada on a regular full-time basis without restrictions on their start date. Proof of eligibility shall be in the form of a Canadian birth certificate Canadian passport Canadian citizenship certificate Canadian certificate of permanent residence Canadian open work permit or receipt from Immigration Canada of an application for a post-graduate work permit.
Proof of eligibility must be current and valid (not expired cancelled or voided). Proof of eligibility will be required if an offer of employment is made. Failure to provide proof of eligibility at least six (6) weeks prior to the start date may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
Job ID:81743
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