Animation Software Engineer Intern Jobs in Toronto, ON

Location:

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Job ID:

R1012337

Date Posted:

2026-07-07

Company Name:

Hitachi Rail Canada Inc.

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

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:Life Cycle Support Intern

Rail Pass Type:Internship/Co-op(Full-time/Hybrid)

Departure and Arrival Date (Start -End):September 2026 - December 2026 or April 2027 (4-8months)

Vacancy: 1

Location:100 Consilium Place, Scarborough, ON M1H 3E3

Work hours/week:40

Pay Details:$23-$30CADhourly

Stations on Your Journey:

Welcome and Onboarding Station

• Intern Orientation

• Online Onboarding Curriculum

• Buddy Program for mentorship and guidance

Hands-OnWork 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 transformationand innovationthat helps support sustainable future

Networking Station

• "Ask Me Anything" with the Executive Committee

• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

• SocialIntern Events: Coffee Breaks, Onsite/Offsite events

• Business Intern Events: InternShowcase & Graduationceremony

• Company Social Events:Holiday Party,Employee BBQs, Golf tournament, etc.

About This Opportunity

Hitachi Rail is a leading provider of train signaling solutions with a global presence. We work with customers around the world, delivering cutting-edge technology and services. The Life Cycle Support Intern will assist in analyzing customer systems, commercial performance indicators, and operating reports. We are passionate about digital tools and automation, and our dynamic team is our greatest asset. Join us at Hitachi Rail and become part of a supportive, collaborative work environment!

Key Accountabilities

• Assist with project management for service contracts.

• Support the response to customer requests and resolution (e.g., technical queries, expediting, etc.)

• Develop and adhere to project budgets and schedules.

• Assist in the preparation of reports for management review and liaise with all levels within the company.

• Develop digital tools to facilitate project needs and improve project management efficiency.

• Ensure proper management of the current configuration, validation of the original model, and control of versioning.

• Assist in bid management for service contracts to meet defined order intake targets

• Assist in responding to RFQs, RFPs, and other customer requests

• Assist in evaluating customer specifications and assessing Hitachi Rail solution compliance

• Assist in delivering proposals within targeted performance (customer satisfaction, on-time delivery, bid cost vs. budget, etc.)

• Assist in customer account management, including regular communication and visits

• Interface with the customer or on-site Hitachi Rail team regarding technical and operational subjects related to the capture and processing of requests, service delivery, and the delivery of associated documents

• Analyze customer feedback, performance indicators, and operating reports. Produce and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and compare them with targets set both internally and externally

• Assist in monitoring the impact of obsolescence, software and hardware change requests, and lead resolution actions while effectively communicating with the customer.

Key Requirements

• The successful candidate should be working toward a Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited university or college in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

• Completion of the second or third year of an undergraduate program, or currently pursuing a Master's degree.

• Strong proficiency in Visual Basic (VB) and other programming languages.

• Strong command of English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong attention to detail.

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

• Ability to work 40 hours per week in a hybrid environment for the full duration of the internship, with a minimum of two days per week in the office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coop student available for a 4 or 8month term, with at least one additional quarter or semester of coursework remaining after the internship.

• Previous coop or internship experience is an asset.

• Experience with DOORS, Gherkin, Jira, and Git.

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

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Line Status: Open until filled

This posting relates to an existing vacancy.

Our hiring process uses both human and technologyassisted (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.

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