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. Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid) Internship Duration: September 2025 – April 2026 (8months) The PMO Intern at Hitachi Rail will work with Project Management Office to support in Governance while leveraging AI technologies to identify and address project management challenges by automating and enhancing key project processes. The intern will focus on streamlining the reporting governance, including the PMO Community Sharepoint site to ensure consistent messaging is conveyed to the overall PMO. The intern will focus on building AI-powered solutions that optimize project implementation, improve financial controls, streamline risk management, and improve stakeholder communication. This position is ideal for someone interested in Project Management and AI applications in project management, looking to gain hands-on experience in a real-world project environment Key Accountabilities: Support the Project Management Office throughout the Governance and project lifecycle, including maintaining Project Operations Reviews and Governance Calendar. Administer the PM Community Sharepoint site to ensure PMO wide messages and updates are updated on a regular basis. Maintain, update and manage the PowerBi metrics with regards to Claims and Variation Orders Project Reporting for the business. Support Project Managers and Associate Project Managers throughout the project lifecycle, including planning, execution, and monitoring. Collaborate with the PMO and project teams to identify repetitive, manual, and time-consuming tasks that could benefit from AI automation or augmentation, develop and document practical AI use cases based on business needs Contribute to the implementation of AI and business intelligence solutions (e.g., Python scripts) to automate recurring PMO reporting tasks Key Requirements Successful candidates should be working towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Project Management, or a related field. Completion of the second or third year of the undergraduate degree, or currently pursuing a master’s degree Familiarity with MS Office tools, Power Apps and Phyton for business intelligence. Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work 40 hours per week in a hybrid environment for the duration of the internship, including at least two in-office days per week (specific days may vary based on team needs). Preferred Qualifications Co-op student available for an 8-month term, with at least one additional quarter or semester of coursework remaining after the completion of the internship. Exposure to Generative AI and prompt engineering techniques. Interest in operational excellence, process improvement, and business automation. Certification in project management (e.g., PMP) is considered a plus. 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. We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail. Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.
