Rail Pass Type: Internship/Co-op (Full-time/Hybrid)
Departure and Arrival Date (Start -End): September 2026 – April 2027 (8 months)
Vacancy: 1
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
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.
About This Opportunity
As a member of the Vital Software Engineering team supporting Ground Transportation Systems in Canada, the intern candidate will work under the direction of a senior software engineer to analyze, design, develop, and test software using continuous integration methods available in our organization.
Joining Hitachi Rail as an intern is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career! Our roles offer real-life work experiences that align with your area of study. The Early Careers Program provides more than just a job – it offers training, networking opportunities, career development, and social events.
Key Accountabilities
Understand and adhere to the company’s processes and procedures for developing crucial software for safety-critical railway systems
Assist in software development and algorithm implementations for safety-critical systems, utilizing languages such as C, Python, and shell scripting
Develop software tools and scripts to enhance the existing software development toolchain.
Document the software solution comprehensively on the wiki
Work closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve automation-related issues
Collaborate with the team to identify and implement opportunities for further automation in software development and deployment
Demonstrate strong organizational abilities and quick integration into the team, balancing collaboration and independent work
Exhibit strong critical thinking skills, assessing situations, identifying potential issues, and proposing alternative solutions
Embrace challenges and changes with a positive attitude, showcasing adaptability in the face of evolving project requirements
Provide and receive feedback in a constructive manner, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment
Key Requirements
The successful candidate should be working towards a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Computer/Systems/Mechatronics/Electrical Engineering or an equivalent field
In-depth knowledge and experience in software development.
Proficient in C and real-time embedded software.
Proficient in Python
Experience in DevOps software environments, including Git, Bitbucket, Jira, Jenkins, and Artifactory
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work 40 hours a week in a hybrid environment for the duration of the internship, with at least 2 days per week in the office.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with Docker and containerization technologies
Experience with additional programming languages beyond C and Python (OOP-based)
Knowledge of software security practices and methodologies
Previous involvement in open-source projects or contributions
Exposure to automated testing frameworks and tools
Participation in hackathons or coding competitions
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
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Line Status: Open until filled
This posting relates to an existing vacancy.
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