By Kristina Leung and Julien Gagnier, Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editors
Description: Nexen Inc. is a Calgary-based oil and gas producer with operations around the world.
Highlights for new grads:
Average starting salary: $60,001 to $65,000
Career planning services
Flexible work hours
Formal leadership training
Health benefits for new employees
In-house training program
Mentoring program
Online training program
Orientation program for new employees
New entry-level positions (last year): 10
Student employment: summer and co-op
Telecommuting
Tuition subsidies
Vacation (after first year): 3 weeks
Hiring locations across Canada: Calgary AB, Fort McMurray AB, Medicine Hat AB, Leduc AB, Ford Nelson BC
Typical positions for new grads: Graduates would occupy Engineer IT, Geologist IT, Finance, Accouting, Business (HR, Supply Management, etc.), and HSESR positions.
New grads hired here typically have these academic backgrounds:
Bachelor of Commerce / Business Administration: Accounting, Finance, Human Resources