About the role
SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.
Context
The mechanical intern will primarily provide assistance for technical documentation, project administration, and quality control inspection/audits. Working mostly from SYSTRA’s Montreal office, the selected candidate will support the design of structures, interior finishing, and different systems and components of passenger railway vehicles. This internship is offered for fall 2026.
Missions/Main Duties
Under The Supervision Of The Project Manager, The Project Engineer, And Other Team Members, The Intern Will Work Within The Design And Coordination Team To Accomplish The Following Tasks
Maintain material inventory and exchange summaries; Support quality control activities, including production floor inspections and manufacturer auditing; Assist with internal periodic reporting, KPI evaluation, and schedule tracking; Interpret drawings for modification, fabrication, assembly, and installation of railway vehicle components and systems; Aid in the design of mechanical or structural components of railway cars; Contribute to the creation of assembly methods for finishing interior elements according to applicable standards and based on fabrication tolerances; Reconcile the materials list for the fabrication of pieces and sets, and their installation on the vehicles.
Profile/Skills
Education And Skills Required
Studies in Mechanical Engineering; Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel (macros), and PowerPoint is mandatory; Effective communication skills (verbal and written) in French and English; Good capacity to produce and review technical documents in French and English; Knowledge of 3D drawing software is an asset; Experience in the railway, transport, industrial, or carpentry fields is an asset.
Competencies
Must be organized, self-disciplined, and motivated; Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate in a team environment; Desire to acquire and apply new knowledge; Availability to travel outside of the office.
SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce.
« SYSTRA Canada has an equal access employment program and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, and people with disabilities to apply. »
Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.
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About SYSTRA
SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and mobility solutions. For more than 65 years, the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their transport infrastructure.
With its 11,000 employees, the Group's mission is to connect people and bring territories closer together in the 80 countries where it operates. By making travel more fluid, the infrastructures designed by SYSTRA bring communities together, develop social integration and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure.
A benchmark signature for transport solutions, SYSTRA supports its partners and clients throughout the lifecycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved at a very early stage in the design phase, right through to the deployment and maintenance test phases. SYSTRA provides all of its services in more than 80 countries worldwide and generates 76% of its turnover internationally.
KEY FIGURES
- €1.1 bn in sales in 2023
- 3rd international engineering company for Mass Transit & Rail*
- 4th for Bridges*
- 6th in the Transport sector*
- Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking, 2023-2024
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About the role
SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.
Context
The mechanical intern will primarily provide assistance for technical documentation, project administration, and quality control inspection/audits. Working mostly from SYSTRA’s Montreal office, the selected candidate will support the design of structures, interior finishing, and different systems and components of passenger railway vehicles. This internship is offered for fall 2026.
Missions/Main Duties
Under The Supervision Of The Project Manager, The Project Engineer, And Other Team Members, The Intern Will Work Within The Design And Coordination Team To Accomplish The Following Tasks
Maintain material inventory and exchange summaries; Support quality control activities, including production floor inspections and manufacturer auditing; Assist with internal periodic reporting, KPI evaluation, and schedule tracking; Interpret drawings for modification, fabrication, assembly, and installation of railway vehicle components and systems; Aid in the design of mechanical or structural components of railway cars; Contribute to the creation of assembly methods for finishing interior elements according to applicable standards and based on fabrication tolerances; Reconcile the materials list for the fabrication of pieces and sets, and their installation on the vehicles.
Profile/Skills
Education And Skills Required
Studies in Mechanical Engineering; Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel (macros), and PowerPoint is mandatory; Effective communication skills (verbal and written) in French and English; Good capacity to produce and review technical documents in French and English; Knowledge of 3D drawing software is an asset; Experience in the railway, transport, industrial, or carpentry fields is an asset.
Competencies
Must be organized, self-disciplined, and motivated; Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate in a team environment; Desire to acquire and apply new knowledge; Availability to travel outside of the office.
SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce.
« SYSTRA Canada has an equal access employment program and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, and people with disabilities to apply. »
Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.
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About SYSTRA
SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and mobility solutions. For more than 65 years, the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their transport infrastructure.
With its 11,000 employees, the Group's mission is to connect people and bring territories closer together in the 80 countries where it operates. By making travel more fluid, the infrastructures designed by SYSTRA bring communities together, develop social integration and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure.
A benchmark signature for transport solutions, SYSTRA supports its partners and clients throughout the lifecycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved at a very early stage in the design phase, right through to the deployment and maintenance test phases. SYSTRA provides all of its services in more than 80 countries worldwide and generates 76% of its turnover internationally.
KEY FIGURES
- €1.1 bn in sales in 2023
- 3rd international engineering company for Mass Transit & Rail*
- 4th for Bridges*
- 6th in the Transport sector*
- Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking, 2023-2024