Job Description

Precision Drilling

is launching our

2026 Internship Program!

If you are a current post-secondary student working towards your degree in

Mechanical Engineering

and you'd like to gain real-world experience during your summer, then please read on...



Working for Precision Drilling means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a strategic player in Precision Drilling's future. We are a large company rooted in the success of our people, where you will collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the organization.



Our Interns will enjoy perks such as:
A work environment where you can expect to enjoy a work-life balance that promotes personal health and well-being Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests Networking and employee engagement events Career development seminars Precision offers afternoons off before a long weekend

How to Apply

Applicants

MUST

submit a Resume & copy of their Transcript detailing their interest in working at Precision Drilling. Failure to submit both

will result in automatic disqualification

.

Please submit your Resume & Transcript in

ONE

PDF file attached in the

resume section.



This application

will closeon

Sunday, January 18, 2026.

The following restrictions apply to all internship candidates:

Applicants must be available for a non-negotiable start date of

Wednesday May 6, 2026.

Applicants must be 18 years or older. Applicants must have housing accommodations or transportation in the Calgary area, as Precision does not provide internship housing. By

May 4, 2026

, applicants must have completed at leasttheir first year of study in a post-secondary program/Technical Institute (see job posting).

Summary

The Mechanical Engineering Intern will work a summer or Co-Op work term with Precision Drilling in both the office and field/shop environments. The intern will work closely with the Engineering team, comprising professional engineers, technologists, and operations personnel, to develop a practical understanding of drilling rigs and drilling operations.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the engineering team to support ongoing projects throughout Canada Collaborate with the Engineering team and field/shop exposure as required by projects Apply technical aspects of providing support to drilling rigs operating in the field and/or new equipment designs Complete typical 2D & 3D design software packages, as well as the typical Microsoft Office suite of products

Knowledge & Skills

Excellent time management skills

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Great communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to work well within a multi-disciplined team

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Valid driver's license with a driving record in good standing

Education

Currently enrolled in an Engineering program, with a focus on Mechanical Engineering

Experience

Drafting/Design experience with AutoCAD and Inventor (or equivalent 2D and 3D software) is an asset

Experience with oil drilling rig equipment would be an asset, but not a requirement

Previous experience working in a hands-on and labor-intensive environment (farming, automotive, etc.) is an asset