Software Analyst Intern (Winter 2027, 8 months)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Paid internship + paid vacation

Job summary

Hitachi Rail is seeking a Software Analyst Intern to join our Toronto team for an 8-month internship (January 2027 – August 2027). The role focuses on data science tasks, software development processes, and integration work for train control systems, with a hybrid work arrangement and a 40-hour workweek.

You will contribute to design, analysis, and coding activities, collaborate with the Systems Engineering team, and gain hands-on experience in a global transportation technology environment

Qualifications

• Working towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Knowledgeable of 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, Windows programming.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work 40 hours a week in a hybrid environment, with at least 3 days in the office.

Responsibilities

• Understands customer needs and life cycle concerns using various methods.
• Contributes to mission/function description, architectural & algorithm design.
• Designs, debugs, writes tests, and chairs design reviews.
• Reviews code, test procedures and test results.
• Analyses defects and implements corrections.
• Performs engineering testing in the field and investigates field problems.
• Collaborates with Systems Engineering to ensure software/architecture alignment.
• Solves tasks promptly, identifying improvements and opportunities.

Skills

Strong communication in English

Object-oriented techniques

Multithreading

Socket programming

Windows programming

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering/CS

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Perl

Python

Job description

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 innovationthat 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

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

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.