Business & Communications Student - January 2027

At Suncor, we produce and provide energy. When you join Suncor, you become part of a company that has built a solid foundation for both business and employee success. We are a place where talented people thrive. As part of our team, you play a vital role in delivering energy we all rely on, and you'll make a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work. Attention students! We offer a wide range of Business and Communications student opportunities at Suncor.

What we offer students:

  • Meaningful experience: gain valuable work experience with competitive pay to advance your early career journey and explore professional interests
  • Dynamic student community: participate in our engaging student community, where you'll have the chance to connect with fellow students and build your network
  • Senior leadership exposure: interact with senior leadership and ask questions, discuss career paths, and receive advice
  • Mentorship and networking: peer, formal, and informal mentorships and opportunities to participate in Suncor's six employee inclusion networks
  • Relocation assistance: roundtrip airfare or mileage coverage, temporary accommodations, rental search assistance, and additional resources provided pending role and location

Minimum requirements:

  • Current enrollment in an undergraduate program with a communications, human resources, supply chain management, journalism, digital media, economics, marketing, public relations or general management focus
  • You must be returning to full-time studies after the work term
  • Please attach your most recent transcripts with your application

Location & other key details:

  • This is a/an 4, 8, 12, or 16-month term commitment beginning in January 2027.
  • You will be asked to indicate your availability in your application
  • Potential locations for these student roles include Calgary and Fort McMurray (Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo).
  • You will be asked to indicate your location preferences in your application
  • Students who live and work in Fort McMurray are eligible for a cash allowance to address the cost of living and the remote nature of the region.

Additional Information:

  • To learn more about living and working in Fort McMurray.
  • Learn more about our student and new graduate opportunities.

Suncor is committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and building an inclusive, results-oriented and high-performance culture where all members of our team feel safe, valued and respected.

All candidates are required to participate in our formal recruitment process.

At Suncor, our vision is to be Canada's leading energy provider respected for our people, performance, sustainability and relationships that together create value-added contributions to society, communities, customers and shareholders.

Top Employer: Suncor Energy Inc.

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