Intern, Assistant Project Manager – Facilities Management- EN

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Canadian National Railway Company (CN) is looking for a highly motivated person to fulfill a full-time (40h/week) Intern, Assistant Project Manager – Facilities Management position in Montreal, QC from May - Aug 2025.

Job Summary

The Intern, Assistant Project Manager – Facilities Manager is responsible for collaborating with Facilities Management (FM) Project. The incumbent researches baseline information, which includes drawings, specifications, and project objectives. Additionally, the position supports the department’s activities.

Major Responsibilities

• Participate and assist in current projects with CN Project Managers in the Company’s yards and buildings
• Establish and organize a database of existing drawings covering the buildings across the CN network in the United States (US) and Canada
• Understand the process of creating a project from inception to completion
• Coordinate with FM staff across the network
  
  

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic project phases, construction processes, and project financials
• Knowledge of the principles and standards of buildings, including Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical Components
• Communication and Interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), and AutoCAD*
• Preference will be given to candidates who wish to pursue a career in Construction Project Management, or Facilities Management*
  
  

Education

• Student currently working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical or Building Engineering enrolled in the second or third year
• Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French)
  
  

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through an 18,800-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

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