Canadian National Railway Company (CN) is looking for a highly motivated person to fulfill a full-time (40h/week) Intern, Bridges and Structures position in Homewood, IL from May – August 2025.

Job Summary

The Intern, Bridges and Structures (B&S) is responsible for providing support to the Senior Manager, Bridges and Structures. The role is accountable for coordination and support of B&S projects as well as compiling and creating presentation materials on inventory and conditions. Assessment of data and potential report formats for safety initiatives are an area of focus. Additionally, the position may assist Managers in coordinating and administering the B&S Maintenance objectives, including performing preliminary designs and assessments, drawing preparation, estimating, project tracking and documentation, as well as reporting.

Major Responsibilities Assist in compiling estimates for long-term upgrades and capital needs for purposes of reporting and presentation to other teams within CN Assist with coordination of B&S projects including drawing assembly and distribution through execution reporting Assist the design and rating functions Suggest and review possible development of tools to facilitate safety reporting and assessment information management Assist with administration of the Strategic Bridge Initiative, including cost estimates, project documentation, field assessment and reporting Perform site visits of proposed and under construction projects Requirements Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, and SharePoint) Must be able to travel Knowledge of basic programming* Education Working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (minimum 3 years completed) with a Major in Structures Civil Engineering courses such as Statics, Structural Analysis, Structural Material, and Engineering Drafting

*Any experience/education/skills/knowledge for these above would be considered as an asset

 

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