Intern, Category Operations Services (P&SM)- EN at CN

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We welcome students aboard to join our team and play a valuable role in the engine that keeps the North American economy on track. Expect an exciting environment where you’ll be encouraged to learn, grow, and be recognized for your unique ideas and contributions. Work on pivotal projects with experienced collaborators who will encourage you to share your perspectives, and thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us and get your career moving!

Intern, Category Operations Services (P&SM)

This is a full-time summer internship lasting from May 11, 2026, until August 28, 2026.

Job Summary

The Intern, Procurement and Supply Management (P&SM) – Category Operations Services will work closely with Category Analysts and the Manager to support the development of strategic sourcing projects and the tracking and reporting of supplier performance metrics. The incumbent will have the opportunity to learn CN’s procurement processes and category management best practices for General Supplies and Services, including Maintenance Repair and Operating (MRO) items, office supplies, safety supplies, facilities management services, and crew services. The role includes collaborating with internal stakeholders such as Business, Legal, Safety, Compliance, and Finance, as well as interacting with external suppliers. Furthermore, the intern will gain exposure to core systems and tools such as SAP, Tableau, and SmartSheet used to develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with CN’s financial and operational requirements.

Major Responsibilities

• Perform baseline spend analysis in preparation for sourcing project development
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather and build business requirements for sourcing project development
• Support development of supplier evaluation matrices, assessment of bid proposals, and provide recommendations
• Assist with implementing new business awards, including acting as liaison between internal stakeholders and new suppliers
• Assist with addressing compliance to CN’s Procurement Policy and Contractor Management Program, review contract expiries, and develop action plan
• Support cost optimization initiatives, and tracking and reporting of KPIs
  
  

Requirements

• Applies critical thinking
• Communicates with impact
• Demonstrates active listening
• Collaborates with others and shares information
• Sets direction and inspires others
• Demonstrates agility and drives change
• Innovates
• Ability to autonomously handle several projects within specified deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Knowledge of financial aspects such as Net Present Value (NPV), Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), Consumer
• Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI)
• Knowledge of software systems (SAP, Tableau, SmartSheet, PowerBI)*
• Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French)*
  
  

Education

• Working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Operations Management, Commerce, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
• Any knowledge for these above would be considered an asset
  
  

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 a 20,000-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.

At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest , most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at [email protected] .

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