Posted 27 days ago
Project Management Intern (Winter 2027, 12months)
@ Hitachi Rail Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
Hitachi Rail Canada Inc. is hiring a Project Management Intern for a 12-month, full-time co-op term starting January 2027 in Toronto, with hybrid work and paid pay of $23 to $30 CAD per hour. The intern supports Project Managers and Associate Project Managers, and builds AI, automation and business intelligence tools to streamline PMO reporting and project processes.
Pay:
$23–$30 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Support Project Managers through planning, execution, monitoring and reporting
- Identify manual PMO processes suited to AI automation
- Build Python-based AI, automation and BI tools for PMO reporting
- Document and present AI pilot outcomes and recommendations
Requirements summary:
- Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field
- Solid understanding of AI/ML principles and frameworks
- Proficiency in Excel, Power Apps and Python
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
- Able to work 40 hours per week, including two office days
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-12
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-13
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Product management |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English, Arabic |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Project Management, Business Analytics |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Hitachi Rail Canada Inc.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 42 |
Location:
Toronto, Ontario, CanadaJob ID:
R0146678Date Posted:
2026-10-13Company Name:
Hitachi Rail Canada Inc.Profession (Job Category):
Administration & FacilitiesJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoAbout 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 are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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