Intern, Network

Location

Calgary, AB | Canada

Job description

Precision Drilling is launching our 2024 Internship Program!

If you are a current post-secondary student working towards your degree in Computer Science with an aptitude for Infrastructure Technology and would 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 Cover Letter detailing their interest in working at Precision Drilling. Failure to submit a Cover Letter will result in automatic disqualification. Please submit your Cover Letter & Resume in ONE PDF file attached in the resume section .

This application will close on Friday, March 8, 2024.

The following restrictions apply to all internship candidates:

• Applicants must be available for a non-negotiable start date of Wednesday, May 8, 2024.
• 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 8, 2024 , applicants must have completed at least their first year of study in a post-secondary program/Technical Institute (see job posting).

Summary

The IT Network Intern will complete an 8-month work term starting May 2024. Supporting Precision’s growing environment at a technical level, the successful candidate will represent the infrastructure team in its relationships with business unit customers and other IT groups. A focus and appreciation of the need for process, change control, and infrastructure stability is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage the following technologies to ensure the availability, reliability, and responsiveness;
• LAN/WAN/WLAN voice and data network topologies
• Network security infrastructure including firewalls, IDS/IPS, Azure cloud services
• 3rd party telecom services including MPLS, VPN, Internet, LEO Satellite
• Voice services including VoIP, Cellular, Teams
• Video Conferencing
• Manage the documentation and provisioning of networking technical support to internal stakeholders

Knowledge & Skills

Effective and enthusiastic team player who works efficiently with minimal supervision.

Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills

Strong technical management and support skills, specifically able to work with end users to identify and resolve business issues in an innovative manner

Strong analytical and customer service skills

Self-motivated and disciplined

Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure work environment

Education

Currently enrolled in a postsecondary diploma or degree in computer Science or related studies with an aptitude for Infrastructure Technologies

Experience

Experience with infrastructure networking and security systems/protocols and related technologies: LAN, WAN (BGP and OSPF), WLAN, VPN, FW, VoIP, and IDS/IPS

Experience with Network Automation is considered an asset

Experience with the Oil & Gas Industry, ITIL practices, and SOX compliance is an asset

Previous experience supporting production environments and working with end users to identify and resolve business issues innovatively is an asset

Previous experience working in a team-orientated, collaborative environment is required

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