Intern, Bridges and Structures - Toronto, Canada - Canadian National Railway

Canadian National Railway

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges.

You can expect an interesting environment where you're part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track.

We welcome students who share their ideas, perspectives and understanding of new technologies with our teams.

In return, we provide the opportunity to work on exciting projects with experienced collaborators who are happy to share their knowledge, all within a mutually-agreed to framework.

You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The opportunities we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us

Canadian National Railway Company (CN) is looking for a highly motivated person to fulfill a full-time (40h/week) Intern, Bridges and Structures
position in Toronto, Ontario
for summer 2023 (May - August).

Job Summary
The Intern, Bridges and Structures (B&S) is responsible for providing support to the Assistant Chief, Bridges and Structures.

The role is accountable for coordination and support of B&S projects as well as compiling and creating presentation materials on the &S inventory and conditions.

Assessment of data and potential report formats for safety initiatives will be an area of focus.

Additionally, the position may assist Managers in coordinating and administering the B&S Maintenance objectives, including but not limited to performing preliminary designs and assessments, drawing preparation, estimating, project tracking and documentation, as well as reporting.

Major Responsibilities

Assist in compiling estimates for long term upgrades and capital needs for purposes of reporting and presentation to other teams within CN
Assist with coordination of B&S projects including drawing assembly and distribution through execution reporting
Assist the design and rating functions as required
Suggest and review possible development of tools to facilitate safety reporting and assessment information management
Assist with administration of the Strategic Bridge Initiative, including cost estimates, project documentation, field assessment and reporting

Requirements:

Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, and SharePoint)
Must be able to travel
Knowledge of basic programming*Education
Civil Engineering foundation courses such as Statics, Structural Analysis, Structural Material, and Engineering Drafting
Working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (minimum 3 years completed) with a Major in Structures
Any experience/education/skills/knowledge for these above would be considered as an asset

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler.

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.

As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S.

through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919.

CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

CN requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof as a condition of employment.

The Company's vaccination mandate extends to employees of our wholly owned subsidiaries as well as CN's contractors, consultants, agents and suppliers and anyone who accesses CN properties in Canada.