Intern, Mechanical

Intern, Mechanical

This is a full-time summer internship lasting from May 11, 2026, until August 28, 2026. Starting hourly rate range: $24.50 - 27.75 per hour. Hourly rates based on type of degree and expected date of graduation.

The Intern, Mechanical is responsible for collaborating with Mechanical Field leadership to ensure mechanical equipment inspection, maintenance and repair is performed safely and efficiently. The incumbent works with Mechanical, Transportation and Reliability teams to contribute to safety orientation, compliance, enforcement and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). The position involves leading projects and overseeing project portfolios.

• Support online failure investigation and follow-up
• Assist in response to dangerous goods incidents and leaks in yards
• Assist with creation, auditing and implementation of standard operating procedures
• Contribute to ensuring that Performance Monitoring Reporting Compliance (PMRC) targets, expectations and objectives are met
• Analyze car inspection and repair productivity using CN's data
• Perform analysis on locomotive reliability and repair billing initiatives
• Assist in identifying, developing and initiating improvement activities
• Support in the creation and implementation of locomotive automated alerts
• Assist with development of KPIs on reliability performance
• Help in documenting, identifying and analyzing failure patterns
• Launch surveys to conduct root cause analysis requirements
• Help with special projects, data analysis and recommendations for improvement, reporting, presentations and onsite audits of various terminals throughout the region

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams Notes and Word)
• Knowledge of reporting software such as Tableau and Smartsheet
• Knowledge of Systems, Applications and Products (SAP), Query Designer, ARIBA or equivalent
• Knowledge of Service Reliability System (SRS)
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions
• Ability to perform occasional travel (25%) between Canada and the United States

Working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, BCom, Computer Science or Construction Management. Any experience/education/skills/knowledge for these above would be considered an asset.

As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

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