Controls Engineering Intern

Precision Drilling is launching our 2026 Internship Program

If you are a current post-secondary student working towards your degree in Engineering from an accredited Canadian University 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 close on 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 least their first year of study in a post-secondary program/Technical Institute (see job posting). 

Summary

The Controls Engineering Intern in Calgary, AB will report to the Drilling Engineering Manager, and support the team with several key projects: 

• Validate outputs from Machine Learning initiatives, by comparing results to actual datasets;  Make recommendations for areas in which models can be improved, and which changes may be needed 
• Compile and validate data from real time alerts;  Organize and document feedback from Performance Drilling Team and make recommendations for improving logic that automatically detects various conditions on all operating rigs   
• Assist Drilling Solutions Team with building new tools for analyzing and visualizing high frequency (1000Hz) downhole dynamics datasets 
• Feature engineering for use in Machine Learning Initiatives across the company 

The successful candidate will be expected to learn and demonstrate the following: 

• The role of a rig's control and process control systems, including the function of all major pieces of equipment involved and how the driller (operator) interacts with the system 
• The role AutoDrillers (PI controller) play in on-bottom drilling operations, and how to utilize them for maximizing performance and reducing downtime 
• Effectively collaborate within a diverse and multidisciplinary team, proficiently communicate with colleagues with different backgrounds 
• Clearly document all work, with an emphasis on standardizing processes and workflows for others. 
• Prepare and deliver a final presentation

Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrates a strong analytical mindset with an aptitude for forward-thinking and problem solving 
• Motivated, collaborative, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks & sub-projects 
• Shows solid interpersonal skills 
• Proficient in Python for exploratory data analysis and data visualization 
• Additional 'stretch assignments' possible for candidates familiar with C++ or JavaScript

Education

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering from an accredited Canadian University. Petroleum, Energy, Chemical, Systems Design or Mechatronics disciplines preferred 

Experience

• Previous experience with Data Analytics, Process Automation, Control Systems, or Drilling Rig experience is considered an asset