At CN, we are committed to our pursuit of
excellence. We take pride in delivering work of the highest standard,
continually innovating to shape the railroad of the future. As responsible
railroaders, we make the right decisions every time, putting safety first,
acting with unwavering integrity, and holding ourselves accountable for our
actions. We believe in succeeding together—by fostering inclusivity and
collaboration, we sustainably deliver exceptional results for our
customers.
We welcome students aboard to join our team and
play a valuable role in the engine that keeps the North American economy on
track. Expect an exciting environment where you’ll be encouraged to learn,
grow, and be recognized for your unique ideas and contributions. Work on
pivotal projects with experienced collaborators who will encourage you to share
your perspectives, and thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture. The
careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us and get
your career moving!
Intern, Environment
This is a full-time summer internship that takes place from May 11, 2026 to August 28, 2026.
Job Summary
The Intern, Environmental is responsible for strengthening the operational waste programs through data and information analysis.
Major Responsibilities
- Leveraging Power BI reports and dashboards to meet the business stakeholders’ needs
- Conducting data analysis to assess minimization, landfill, and non-landfill solutions
- Providing support on financial auditing, oversight and cost reduction efforts
- Identifying and reducing contract non-compliance and leakage
- Developing and measuring vendor key performance indicators (KPIs) an supporting business management and contract reviews
- Strengthening information and document management systems and controls for operational waste programs
- Ensuring data security and compliance with best practices
- Troubleshooting and resolving issues in Power BI reports
Requirements
- Strong data analytics skills and understanding key business drivers
- Proficiency in Power BI, including report and dashboard creation
- Strong understanding of data modeling and data visualization concepts
- Familiarity with data warehouse concepts
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
- Adaptability to changing business requirements
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills
- Some travel may be required
Education
- A bachelor’s degree in business management, data analytics, or relevant fields
*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.
As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
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