Project Management Intern (Winter 2027, 12months)

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Location

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Job ID

R0146678

Date Posted

2026-10-13

Company Name

Hitachi Rail Canada Inc.

Profession (Job Category)

Administration & Facilities

Job Schedule

Full time

Remote

No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description

Job Title: Project Management Intern

Rail Pass Type: Internship/Co-op (Full-time/Hybrid)

Departure and Arrival Date (Start -End): January 2027 - December 2027 (12 months)

Vacancy: 1

Toronto Location: 100 Consilium Place, Scarborough, ON M1H 3E3

Work hours/week: 40

Pay Details: $23-$30 CAD hourly

Stations on Your Journey

Welcome and Onboarding Station

Intern Orientation

Online Onboarding Curriculum

Buddy Program for mentorship and guidance

Hands-On Work Station

Real-world projects with top industry talent

Paid internship + paid vacation

Hybrid work model

A chance to build your career with a global leader driving digital transformation and innovation that helps support sustainable future

Networking Station

"Ask Me Anything" with the Executive Committee

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Social Intern Events: Coffee Breaks, Onsite/Offsite events

Business Intern Events: Intern Showcase & Graduation ceremony

Company Social Events: Holiday Party, Employee BBQs, Golf tournament, etc.

Position Summary

The Project Management Intern at Hitachi Rail will leverage AI technologies to identify and address project management challenges by implementing and maintaining tools to automate and enhance key project processes.

The intern will focus on implementing AI-powered solutions that optimize project implementation, improve financial controls, streamline risk management, and improve stakeholder communication. By aligning AI use cases with core project management functions, the intern will contribute to improved scope management, resource forecasting, cost management, and schedule management and helping Associate Project Managers and Project Managers.

This position is ideal for someone interested in AI applications in project management, looking to gain hands-on experience in a real-world project environment.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Support Project Managers and Associate Project Managers throughout the project lifecycle, including project planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting.

Collaborate with the PMO and project teams to identify repetitive, manual, and time-consuming processes that could benefit from AI-enabled automation or augmentation.

Develop and document practical AI use cases aligned with business and project needs.

Analyze project management workflows and data to identify inefficiencies, performance gaps, and opportunities for process improvement and AI-driven solutions.

Contribute to the development and implementation of AI, automation, and business intelligence solutions, including Python-based tools, to streamline recurring PMO activities and reporting.

Document and present outcomes from AI pilot initiatives, including findings, solution designs, lessons learned, and recommendations for broader adoption.

Support awareness, knowledge-sharing, and training initiatives to increase understanding and adoption of AI solutions across the PMO and project teams..

Required Skills and Experience

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Project Management, Business Analytics, or a related field.

For undergraduate students, completion of at least the second year of study is preferred.

Solid understanding of AI/ML principles, algorithms, frameworks, and technologies.

Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, as well as Power Apps and Python for data analysis and business intelligence.

Familiarity with API integrations and low-code/no-code automation platforms, such as Microsoft Power Automate, is an asset.

Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work 40 hours per week for the full duration of the internship, including at least two days per week in the office.

Preferred Qualifications

Co-op student available for a 12-month term, with at least one additional academic term remaining after completion of the internship.

Previous co-op or internship experience in business analytics, project management, AI/data, or a related area is an asset.

Exposure to Generative AI and prompt engineering techniques.

Experience or coursework in process mapping, process optimization, or continuous improvement.

Interest in operational excellence, process improvement, business automation, and the practical application of AI.

Project management coursework, training, or certification is an asset.

Arabic language proficiency is an asset.

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

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Line Status: Open until filled

This posting relates to an existing vacancy.

Our hiring process uses both human and technology‑assisted (AI) tools to support candidate screening and assessment. All results are reviewed by people, and all hiring decisions are made by people. (empty)

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at  https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we ar