Intern, Industrial Hygienist – Safety - Canadian National Railway Company

At CN, we are committed to our pursuit ofexcellence. We take pride in delivering work of the highest standard,continually innovating to shape the railroad of the future. As responsiblerailroaders, we make the right decisions every time, putting safety first,acting with unwavering integrity, and holding ourselves accountable for ouractions. We believe in succeeding together—by fostering inclusivity andcollaboration, we sustainably deliver exceptional results for ourcustomers. 
We welcome students aboard to join our team andplay a valuable role in the engine that keeps the North American economy ontrack. Expect an exciting environment where you’ll be encouraged to learn,grow, and be recognized for your unique ideas and contributions. Work onpivotal projects with experienced collaborators who will encourage you to shareyour perspectives, and thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture. Thecareers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us and getyour 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 transportationleader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and tothe communities it serves, CNsafely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufacturedproducts, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connectingCanada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributingto community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed toprograms supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. AtCN, 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.