Intern, Construction

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

Intern, Construction & Specialized Services (P&SM)

This is a full-time summer internship lasting from May 11,
2026, until August 28, 2026.

Job Summary

The Intern, Construction & Specialized Services is responsible for working with Category Analysts,
Managers, and Senior Managers to support and drive a variety of projects. The
incumbent works with different teams (e.g. Business, Legal, Compliance, or
Finance) to ensure that deadlines and deliverables are met.  The projects provide the opportunity to learn
and gain experience while being mentored. The Engineering Category team includes
Construction, CSS , Engineering Maintenance Services, Signals Communications,
Fleet & Work equipment and  Track
Materials. Team members are expected to lead projects and oversee all aspects
of the project portfolio.

Major Responsibilities

• Perform spend analysis for baseline on Category projects
• Carry out analyses for project recommendations
• Assist and lead Category Analyst in building requirements for Request for Proposal (RFP)
• Assist and lead Category Managers in elaborating Award of Business (AOB)
• Manage and ensure compliance of AOB tagging
• Manage contract compliance
• Assist and lead Category Analyst with project management tasks such as performance review, invoice discrepancies, pricing analysis and reporting for stakeholders.

Requirements

• Completed at least one year in his/her program and is in good standing in one of the following fields: Business Administration (Finance, Procurement, Supply and Operations Management), Engineering (Industrial or Mechanical)
• Proficient use of MS Office 365 tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint Word, Notes).
• Familiarity with using reporting software such as Tableau and SmartSheet
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Able to work in a fast paced environment
• Autonomous and a good sense of project ownership

Education

• Recent Grad or working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Operations Management, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

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