Rail Automation Intern: Python Testing & CBTC

hitachi; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Paid internship + paid vacation

Buddy Program for mentorship

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Canada Inc. in Toronto is seeking an ITV Automation Specialist Intern to support test automation across large software delivery projects. This role blends coding with hands-on testing within rail signalling and CBTC domains.

The ideal candidate has foundational Python and Perl knowledge, with strong interest in software testing and automation. The internship offers a 12‑month term, paid hourly, and a hybrid work model to accommodate on-site and remote collaboration.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience with Python and programming concepts is required.
• Knowledge of Python/Perl and C/C++ is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze system requirements to perform verification using automation tools.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts in Python/Perl.
• Support integration of test scripts into CI/CD pipelines.
• Communicate test observations clearly to engineers and customers.
• Perform test execution in lab and OPSIM environments.

Skills

Python

Git

Agile/Scrum

DevOps

C/C++

Perl

English communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/EE/Software Eng

Tools

CI/CD

Automation frameworks

Job description

Hitachi Rail Canada Inc. in Toronto is seeking an ITV Automation Specialist Intern to support test automation across large software delivery projects. This role blends coding with hands-on testing within rail signalling and CBTC domains.

The ideal candidate has foundational Python and Perl knowledge, with strong interest in software testing and automation. The internship offers a 12‑month term, paid hourly, and a hybrid work model to accommodate on-site and remote collaboration.