Intern, Industrial Hygienist – Safety

At CN, we are committed to our pursuit of excellence. We take pride in delivering work of the highest standard, continually innovating to shape the railroad of the future. As responsible railroaders, we make the right decisions every time, putting safety first, acting with unwavering integrity, and holding ourselves accountable for our actions. We believe in succeeding together—by fostering inclusivity and collaboration, we sustainably deliver exceptional results for our customers.

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!

Canadian National Railway Company (CN) is looking for a highly motivated person to fulfill a full-time (40h/week) Intern, Industrial Hygienist – Safety position in Homewood, Il from May– Aug 2025.

Job Summary

The Intern, Industrial Hygiene – Safety is responsible for understanding the techniques used in industrial hygiene to collect and evaluate data, as well as apply regulatory and professional standards to protect employees and the community. The role is performed in collaboration with the Industrial Hygiene team by conducting workplace monitoring for noise and various airborne hazards across operational departments. After an initial orientation, the incumbent works with supervisors and Safety team members on their projects, provides daily or weekly reports on the progress and the challenges incurred.

Major Responsibilities

Conduct noise monitoring during locomotive train operations and yard activities

Perform air monitoring for silica, diesel particulate matter, and lead as per operational department needs

Evaluate workplace task biomechanics for Transportation, Engineering and Mechanical departments using Soter Analytics Video Software

Test various biomechanical improvements, evaluate using Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) applications and provide best practice recommendations

Provide coaching and feedback to various groups on proper biomechanics

Develop education materials based on industrial hygiene assessments and employee feedback

Evaluate CN’s compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazard Communication program or Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (COHSR) Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System program

Perform spot inspections of hazardous materials inventories and update as appropriate

Resolve if the Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) are available in the system and update them accordingly

Requirements

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

The role requires occasional travel (30%) within Canada and the United States (U.S.)

Education

Minimum 3 years completed of a Bachelor’s Degree in an Occupational Safety and Health Field or Science (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Physics)

Working towards a Master’s Degree in an Occupational Safety and Health field

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

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. 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. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

CN is an employment equity employer and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.