Software Analyst Intern (Winter 2027, 8-12months)

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Job ID: R0145679 Date Posted: 2026-10-08 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: Software Analyst Intern Rail Pass Type: Internship/Co-op (Full-time/Hybrid) Departure and Arrival Date (Start -End): January 2027 - August or December 2027 (8-12 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 As a Software Analyst Intern/Coop at Hitachi Rail Canada Inc., you will contribute to the development and analysis of software solutions, gaining hands-on experience in a global technology leader. This role is designed for students seeking to apply their academic knowledge in a real-world engineering environment. Key Areas of Responsibility Contributes to the formalization of mission/function description, architectural & algorithms design. Document test procedures, automation scripts and test software code. Perform engineering testing, unit testing. Solves tasks in the best technical and timely manner. Looks for opportunities and make suggestions for improvements. Required Skills and Experience University student in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a closely related field. Entry level analysis skills, able to diagnose issues. Able to handle assignments within a small to medium scale software application Knowledgeable of the software development processes Familiar with C, C++, and Python Able to quickly integrate with the team and work independently Knowledge of software development environment (Microsoft Visual Studio, desktop simulator, CI/CD etc.) Practical experience in using typical programs which are part of Microsoft Office Suite Practical experience with source control, IDE and requirements management tools. Knowledgeable of test automation, unit testing, and CI/CD. Able to work 40 hours per week for the full duration of the internship. During the two weeks, the intern is expected to be at least two days per week. Preferred Qualifications Co-op student available for an 8- or 12-month term, with at least one quarter or semester of coursework remaining after completing the internship. Previous co-op/internship experience is a plus. Ready to Begin Your Journey? Tap your ticket and apply today. 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. 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. We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail