Software Test Intern (4 or 8 months)

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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)
Internship Duration: May 2025 – August or December 2025 (4 or 8 months)
Job Description
We are currently hiring a Software Test Intern for a summer term position, from May 2025 to August or December 2025 (4 or 8months), at our Hitachi Rail office in North York.
The successful candidate will be responsible for performing analysis, programming, and integration activities in the development of software for Hitachi Rail’s train control systems. The tasks may encompass all or part of the activities related to customer needs, mission, function, and the software solution’s lifecycle (including requirements and specialty engineering, design, development, integration, and verification), with the goal of achieving customer satisfaction with the delivered solution.

Key Accountabilities

• Implements software in ‘C’, shell scripting and python as applicable
• Familiar with Linux operating System of any flavor
• Able to develop software on Linux Understands and follows the company’s processes and procedures for developing vital software
• Produces the requirements analysis, designs, codes, debugs, writes test procedures and tests software code
• Analyses, implements correction, and reviews defect reports
• Prepares reports, giving findings on problems
• Perform engineering testing in the lab and investigates problems in the lab
• Look for continuous improvements in terms of measures and techniques applied
• Is Agile and thrives in fast paced environments
• Adheres to the company’s processes

Key Requirements

• The successful candidate should be working towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited university or college in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Completion of the second or third year of your undergraduate degree, or currently pursuing a master’s degree
• Some knowledge of Windows/Linux programming preferred. C, Python, scripting.
• Good analysis skills, able to diagnose issues based on logs and correlate events to failures.
• Good organizational abilities. Good interpersonal skills, writing and verbal skills.
• Able to quickly integrate with the team and work independently.
• Some Knowledge of software development environment (Windows, Linux, desktop simulator, target simulator, etc)
• Able to use Microsoft office tools.
• The ability to work 40 hours a week in a hybrid environment for the duration of the internship is essential. At least 2 days a week in the office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Co-op student available for a 4- to 8-month term, with at least one additional quarter or semester of coursework remaining after the completion of the internship.
• Previous coop work experience is an asset. Relevant school projects may be considered.
• Knowledge of SELTRAC signaling system and software architecture preferred.
• Knowledgeable of the software development process preferred.
• Good command of the scripting language. Python and C preferred.

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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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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https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail
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Please refer the Job description for details