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Intern, Research & Knowledge Management (I&T Improvements)

This is a full-time summer internship lasting from May 11, 2026, until August 28, 2026.

Job Summary

The Intern, Research and Knowledge Management is responsible for supporting the evaluation of new initiatives, maintaining project intake and strategic foresight data, structuring core information, and learning the fundamentals of business architecture best practices. The position sits within a team of experienced thought leaders and passionate professionals that solve exciting enterprise challenges in a fun and collaborative atmosphere. In a unique opportunity, the incumbent acts as an enabler of transformation at CN and gets to share their passion for technology, making the future of railroading a reality.

Main Responsibilities

• Maintain and update project intake data
• Organize the digital library, ensuring that all resources are easily accessible, maintain integrity, and are up to date
• Structure and organize research outputs and strategic foresight data to support strategic decision-making
• Support the evaluation and assessment of feasibility for initiatives entering the Information and Technology (I&T) department, assisting with project intake processes
• Perform research for major risk areas of projects in I&T’s portfolio intake process
• Assist in the governance of innovation activities, ensuring compliance with protocols and best practices, and assisting with the building of business cases
• Research opportunities in the railroad and adjacent industries then communicate how they could be applied to initiatives in the I&T portfolio
• Gain exposure to key elements of railroading and industry best practices for I&T portfolio management
• Learn the basics of business architecture and innovation management, building your professional skill sets

Requirements

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and organize data systematically
• Capable of conducting thorough and accurate research
• Precise in handling data and documentation
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities
• Competence in using digital tools and handling digital resources
• Entrepreneurial attitude, as evidenced by side projects
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze data critically
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and new learning experiences
• Ability to connect common ideas from large swathes of material rapidly
• Identify opportunities to create value and values human-centred design principles
• Understand Transportation and Supply Chain operations*
• Applied knowledge of common technologies and basic knowledge of emerging technologies
• Familiarity with Agile ways of working

Education

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Technology, Business Administration, Information Management, Science, Mathematics, or a related field

• Any experience/education/skills/knowledge for these above would be considered as an asset

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at cnrecruitment@cn.ca.

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