Intern, Procurement

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, Procurement (Operations)

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

Job Summary

The Intern, Procurement Agent is responsible for working
closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to develop business
opportunities and risk mitigation strategies. The role supports the Procurement
Center of Excellence (COE) team in their day-to-day activities by taking part
in the Purchase to Pay (P2P) process, improving data records, and developing
reporting tools. The Procurement COE is a team of 37 enthusiastic and energetic
employees who continuously strive to empower the organization to meet
challenges head-on and have a passion to excel. The team handles tactical
sourcing activities and is accountable for the P2P process including ensuring CN
receives products and services efficiently and effectively. Selected projects
provide the opportunity to learn and gain experience while contributing to Procurement
and Supply Management (P&SM) results.

Major Responsibilities

• Perform process reviews and identify improvement opportunities, particularly within the Purchase to Pay (P2P) cycle
• Review and support in the operationalization of the customs Temporary Import Bonds process
• Support in building key reports to help drive decision-making
• Identify inefficiencies, manual bottlenecks, and data quality issues that could benefit from AI-driven solutions
• Document findings and recommendations
• Participate in the execution of selected initiatives aimed at increasing operational efficiency and effectiveness
  

Requirements

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Fluently bilingual, both written and verbal (English, French)
• Apply analytical thinking and solve problems
• Time management
• Communicate with impact both orally and written
• Strong ability to collaborate and share timely information with and across functions to get things done effectively

Education

• Working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering or equivalent*
  

*Any experience/education/skills/knowledge for these
above would be considered as an asset

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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