Intern, Engineering Technology
About The Position
At CN, we are committed to our pursuit of excellence. We take pride in delivering work of the highest standard, continually innovating to shape the railroad of the future. As responsible railroaders, we make the right decisions every time, putting safety first, acting with unwavering integrity, and holding ourselves accountable for our actions. We believe in succeeding together—by fostering inclusivity and collaboration, we sustainably deliver exceptional results for our customers. We welcome students aboard to join our team and play a valuable role in the engine that keeps the North American economy on track. Expect an exciting environment where you’ll be encouraged to learn, grow, and be recognized for your unique ideas and contributions. Work on pivotal projects with experienced collaborators who will encourage you to share your perspectives, and thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us and get your career moving! Starting hourly rate range : $19.05 - 29.95 Per hour Please note that hourly rates for this position are based on type of degree and expected date of graduation. In addition to exciting work projects and exposure to real-world challenges, CN interns benefit from a variety of activities specifically developed for them. These include train yard tours, intern game-hours, case competitions, speaker series, learning sessions, and opportunities to join intern-led committees. With a 93% satisfaction rating, CN’s internship program successfully develops the leaders of tomorrow! Intern, Engineering Technology This is a full-time summer internship lasting from May 11, 2026, until August 28, 2026. Job Summary The Intern, Engineering Technology working for the Manager System Development will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the both the field of railway engineering and the technology supporting the daily tasks. The intern will support the manager in developing and implementing system requirements, supporting end users, and defining procedures that ensure optimal performance and compliance of CN's engineering technology. The intern will also collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to gain a rounded experience of railway engineering.
Requirements
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Collaborates with others and shares information
- Applies critical thinking
- Identifies potential safety and security risks
- Demonstrates active listening
- Ability to work occasionally in the evening
- Valid Driver’s Licence
- Working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Construction Management, Computer science, Business or Information Technology with a minimum of 1 year completed in Quebec or 2 years completed in other Canadian provinces
Nice To Haves
- Any experience/education/skills/knowledge for these above would be considered as an asset
Responsibilities
- Participate in the agile project management delivery for new requirements of the major engineering systems
- Define and test requirements identified by the business to facilitate capital planning decisions
- Prepare reports and presentations aimed to increase the usability of the system and help management make sound business decisions
- Participate in field inspections and audits of track infrastructure to learn about the potential rail conditions and gain practical experience
- Support the manager in conducting root cause analysis and corrective actions for rail failures and incidents
- Participate in cross-functional meetings and workshops with internal and external stakeholders to share knowledge and feedback
- Conduct trend analysis on engineering data
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
