Legal - Intern
Precision Drilling is launching our 2026 Internship Program!
If you are a current post-secondary student working towards your degree in Law 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
This summer position will give a law student valuable, real-world experience, as well as provide support to the Legal team at Precision Drilling Corporation. The intern will gain exposure to various functions within the Legal Department during a 4-month work term and participate in projects to support initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Assist with various projects and responsibilities associated with corporate litigation, regulatory filings, policy revisions, anti-corruption/anti-bribery compliance, contractual matters, insurance inquiries, etc.
- Investigate facts and research case law to help in litigation or investigation matters
- Assist with preparing and editing documents, contracts, and correspondence
- Provide general support to the contract and legal teams
- Will be relied upon to assist the legal and contract teams in daily tasks and projects
- Other support and ad hoc duties as required
Knowledge & Skills
Must have strong academic performance, achieving a B grade average (law school and undergrad transcripts should be provided)
Must be proficient in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Strong work ethic
Ability to deal with private and confidential corporate information
Proven organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, must be a team player
Excellent writing skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize
Resourceful and demonstrated ability to take initiative and exercise own judgment
Education
Must have completed the first year of law school to be eligible for consideration
Experience
Minimum 1 year of related work experience in an office environment