Software Analyst Intern (Winter 2027, 8 months)

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

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Canada Inc. is seeking a Software Analyst Intern for an 8‑month internship at our Toronto office.

You will perform data science work (data mining/AI), design, analysis, programming and integration tasks for software for train control systems of Ground Transportation Systems Canada, with a focus on customer satisfaction. The role requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering or CS, strong English communication, and the ability to work 40 hours per week in a hybrid

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science or a related field.
• Knowledgeable of software development processes.
• Able to quickly integrate with the team and work independently.
• Practical experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledgeable of object‑oriented techniques, multithreading, socket programming, Windows programming.
• Strong English communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to work 40 hours/week in a hybrid environment; at least 3 days in the office.

Responsibilities

• Understands the customer’s needs and lifecycle concerns whether the methods used (studies, simulations, mock-ups, models, prototypes).
• Contributes to formalization of mission/function description, architectural & algorithms design and refinement of requirements.
• Designs, debugs, writes test procedures and tests software code; chairs design reviews.
• Reviews code, test procedures and test results.
• Analyses and implements corrections for defect reports.
• Performs engineering testing in the field and investigates field problems.
• Co-engineers with Systems Engineering to ensure system‑software alignment with the architecture.
• Proposes improvements and works timely to implement them.

Skills

OO techniques

Multithreading

Socket programming

Windows programming

Microsoft Office

Team integration

Data Science/AI basics

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Engineering/CS

Tools

Python

Perl

Job description

Location:

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Job ID:

R0148741

Date Posted:

2026-10-27

Company Name:

Hitachi Rail Canada Inc.

Profession (Job Category):

Administration & Facilities

Job Schedule:

Full time

Work Arrangement:

Onsite

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: Software Analyst Intern
Rail Pass Type: Internship/Co‑op (Full‑time/Hybrid)
Departure and Arrival Date (Start -End):January 2027 - August 2027 (8 months)
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.

We are looking for a Software Analyst Intern to join us for an 8-month internship at our Toronto office. You will perform Data Science(Data Mining/AI) work, design, analysis, programming and integration activities in the development of software for train control systems of Ground Transportation Systems Canada, achieving Customer Satisfaction of the delivered solution/product

Key Accountabilities

• Understands the customer’s needs and through life cycle concerns whatever the used
  means (e.g. advanced studies, simulations, mock‑ups, models, prototypes, etc.).
• Contributes to the formalization of mission/function description, architectural & algorithms design and the refinement of functional and non‑functional requirements.
• Designs codes, debugs, write test procedures and tests software code, chairs design
  reviews.
• Reviews code, test procedures and test results
• Analyses and implements correction for defect reports
• Perform engineering testing in the field and investigates problems in the field.
• Contributes to co‑engineering activities with the Systems Engineering team in order to
  ensure system‑software consistency and the right refinement of software components and compliance with the software architecture
• Solves tasks in the best technical and timely manner, while looking for opportunities and
  making suggestions for improvements

Key Requirements

• The successful candidate should be working towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited university or college in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Knowledgeable of the software development processes
• Able to quickly integrate with the team and work independently
• Practical experience in using typical programs which are part of Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledgeable of object‑oriented techniques, multithreading, socket programming, General
  Windows Programming
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal, are required.
• The ability to work 40 hours a week in a hybrid environment for the duration of the internship is essential. At least 3 days a week in the office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Co‑op student available for a 4‑month term, with at least one additional quarter or semester of coursework remaining after the completion of the internship.
• Previous coop work experience is an asset. Relevant school projects may be considered.
• Entry level experience in using scripting languages such as Perl & Python

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.