PMO Analyst and Business Intelligence Intern

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)

Job Title: PMO Analyst and Business Intelligence Intern (Summer 2026, 8months)

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

Departure and Arrival Date (Start -End): May 2026 – December 2026 (8months)

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.

About This Opportunity The PMO Intern at Hitachi Rail will leverage AI technologies to identify and address project management challenges by automating and enhancing key project processes. The intern will focus on building AI-powered solutions that optimize project implementation, improve financial controls, streamline risk management, and improve stakeholder communication. By aligning AI use cases with core project management functions, the intern will contribute to improved scope management, resource forecasting, cost management, and schedule management and helping Associate Project Managers and Project Managers.

This position is ideal for someone interested in AI applications in project management, looking to gain hands-on experience in a real-world project environment

Key Accountabilities

• 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.
• Analyze project management workflows and data to uncover inefficiencies, performance issues, or opportunities for AI-driven improvements.
• Contribute to the implementation of AI and business intelligence solutions (e.g., Python scripts) to automate recurring PMO reporting tasks.
• Prepare clear documentation and present outcomes of AI pilot initiatives, including findings, solution designs, and recommendations for broader adoption.
• Support awareness and training efforts to drive the understanding and adoption of AI solutions within the PMO and project teams.

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
• Solid understanding of AI/ML principles, algorithms, frameworks and technologies.
• Familiarity with MS Office tools, Power Apps and Phyton for business intelligence.
• Familiarity with API integrations and low-code/no-code automation platforms (e.g., Microsoft Power Automate) is an asset.
• 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.
• Experience in process mapping and optimization.
• Interest in operational excellence, process improvement, and business automation.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP) is considered a plus.
• Proficiency in Spanish is preferred.

Ready to Begin Your Journey? Tap your ticket and apply today.

Line Status: Open until filled

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.

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