Configuration Management Intern (Summer or Fall 2026)

Location:

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Job ID:

R1012438

Date Posted:

2026-07-07

Company Name:

Hitachi Rail Canada Inc.

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

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: Configuration Management Intern

Rail Pass Type: Internship/Co-op (Full-time/Hybrid)

Departure and Arrival Date (Start -End):  June 2026 – August or December 2026 (3-8months)

Vacancy: 1

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. 

About This Opportunity 

The Configuration Management (CM) Student supports the Configuration Management team in maintaining and controlling product configuration data throughout the project
lifecycle. This role provides hands-on exposure to CM processes, software builds, baselines, and engineering documentation while working closely with engineering and
project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining software, hardware, and documentation baselines under CM supervision

• Support configuration and change control activities, including tracking changes and updates

• Help organize, verify, and maintain CM records and configuration items

• Participate in software build activities, audits, or verification tasks as assigned

• Assist with CM tools and repositories (e.g., version control systems, issue tracking tools)

• Interface with engineering, project teams, and quality to support CM processes

• Help identify and report CM issues or inconsistencies

• Contribute to continuous improvement of CM processes and KPI management

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related STEM program

• Basic understanding of, or coursework related to, software development or systems engineering

• Experience with scripting, preferably in Python

• Hands-on experience using AI-powered tools such as GitHub Copilot or similar technologies

• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

• Willingness to learn and apply configuration management principles and tools

• Ability to work onsite a minimum of two days per week, depending on team needs

• Follow company health and safety policies and procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to version control systems (e.g., Git)

• Familiarity with issue tracking or documentation tools (e.g., JIRA, DOORS)

• Interest in system lifecycle management, quality, or software configuration

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.

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