Students & Apprentices
At Shell, we work closely with key Technical Schools to recruit talent for temporary student opportunities.
We are looking for students who are safety-conscious team players and want to be part of a high-performance team that works to keep a refinery, terminal, chemicals plant or onshore gas operations running at peak efficiency. You will gain key skills and training on-the-job with the support of mentors and a collaborative work team.
Application Process
A guide to facilitate the application process for operations/technician and maintenance skilled trades positions at Shell.
Job search
The first step towards joining Shell as an Experienced Operations & Maintenance Professionals is to look through our current job vacancies. Please use our Job Search engine to begin.
Apply
Once you find a vacancy that interests you, you can apply using the online application form. Within 48 hours, you should receive confirmation that we’ve received your completed application.
Please note that Shell (nor any of the organizations that recruit on our behalf) never ask for any money or payments from applicants, at any point in the recruitment process. All individuals who are successful in gaining an offer of employment from Shell, whether directly or indirectly, are always required to go through a formal recruitment process.
We are looking for students who are safety-conscious team players and want to be part of a high-performance team that works to keep a refinery, terminal, chemicals plant or onshore gas operations running at peak efficiency. You will gain key skills and training on-the-job with the support of mentors and a collaborative work team.
Looking for a Career at Shell?
Focusing on Power Engineering Programs, Shell is committed to building our future talent of Operators by offering steam time to students from key Technical Schools. These summer positions typically run from May – August, but some locations have additional fall or winter terms.
Sarnia Manufacturing Complex (Corunna, ON) – Fall & Summer 8 month terms – Posted in January and September
Scotford Upgrader and Refinery (Fort Saskatchewan, AB) – Summer 4-6 month terms – Posted in October/November
Onshore/Field Operations – Summer 4-6 month terms - Posted in October/November
Whichever site you go to, you can expect to be paired with a Mentor/Trainer, learn the best safety procedures in the industry, have hands-on valuable experience and earn the steam time you need.
Will you be our next Student Operator? Go to www.shell.ca/jobs to view our current vacancies.
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