Procurement Intern
Hitachi • Toronto, ON • Intern
Posted on Thu, May 7, 2026
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: Procurement Intern
Rail Pass Type: Internship/Co-op (Full-time/Hybrid)
Departure and Arrival Date (Start -End): September 2026 – August 2027 (12months)
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
We are seeking a Procurement Intern for a 12‑month term. The intern will support ongoing projects within the Procurement department. The intern will assist with data management, create presentations based on analyzed data, and support the development and maintenance of various dashboards. These dashboards will monitor key areas such as cybersecurity, Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
Key Accountabilities
Development, maintenance and improvement of different data collection systems using applications which include advanced MS Excel, MS Access and SAP (optional).
Automation and maintenance of metrics generation tools using SAP and Excel.
Coordinate forecast management processes working with Project Procurement team, Supply Chain Organization and input the data in SAP
Generate component forecasts reports
The intern will be responsible for providing assistance where necessary in order to support the existing team of the Project Procurement Managers, Supply Chain and/or Materials Management group.
Become knowledgeable about existing company purchasing and logistical policies/procedures and day to day practices with regards to procurements, materials management and logistics
Review databases within MRP Master Data information records for completeness and purchase requisition. Generate and distribute weekly open PR report in collaboration with the PPM and tactical buyer team
Liaise on a regular basis with the Category managers, PPM, tactical buyers and PSCLs to understand the needs of Procurement, Supply base and constraints to ensure that PR planning is geared up to the Project needs.
Provide weekly support to review and consolidate due payment invoices
Support several minor projects and work closely with other functional departments as necessary to insure successful completion.
Key Requirements
The successful candidate must be currently working toward a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Information Technology, or a related field
Completion of at least the second or third year of undergraduate studies
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI
Knowledge of AI programming concepts and tools
Strong understanding of statistics and data management
Experience with data analysis
Demonstrates a responsible, proactive, and positive can‑do attitude
The ability to work 40 hours a week for the duration of the internship is essential. Minimum 2 days a week in the office.
Preferred Qualifications
Co-op student available for a 12-month term, with at least one additional quarter or semester of coursework remaining after the completion of the internship.
Previous co-op/internship experience is a plus.
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Line Status: Open until filled
This posting relates to an existing vacancy.
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