Internship Fall 2026 - Maintenance Reliability Engineer Student

Job title : Internship Fall 2026 - Maintenance Reliability Engineer Student

About Pratt & Whitney Canada 

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters. 

For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world. 

An Employer of Choice 

Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continue to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world. 

Internship dates: August 31st to December 18th, 2026

Location: The position is based at our Halifax location; internship from Monday to Friday, with flexible hours and exclusively on-site.

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Our website: https://www.pwc.ca/en

Why join our team? 

The Engineering Intern will support the Maintenance Reliability Engineer in enhancing equipment reliability and overall plant performance. This role focuses on analyzing asset criticality, applying reliability and failure analysis methodologies, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The intern will leverage data analysis and maintenance best practices to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime. Additionally, the role involves supporting health and safety audit preparation to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards.

What will your day-to-day look like?

• Conduct plant-wide equipment criticality assessments to classify assets based on risk and operational impact
• Perform Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) on critical equipment, using tailored approaches for high-priority assets and standardized methods for others
• Analyze plant performance using Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) metrics to identify gaps and improvement opportunities
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to support the execution of reliability and continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist in preparing for Health and Safety audits, ensuring adherence to regulatory and internal requirements
• Support waste management initiatives, including proper handling, reduction, and disposal in compliance with environmental standards

What do you need to be successful? 

• Be eligible to work in Canada.
• Be enrolled in a Canadian university throughout your internship.
• Be able to work on-site in the province where you are hired if applicable.
• Pursuing studies in Mechanical, Industrial, or a related Engineering discipline
• Familiarity with reliability tools such as FMEA, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and preventive maintenance strategies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in data analysis
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada 

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates. 

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms. 

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond? 

The selected candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods. Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of these checks and obtaining the required clearances. Failure to do so will result in the withdrawal of the employment offer.