Job Description

About Kinaxis:

About Kinaxis

In 1984, we started out as a team of three engineers. Today, we have grown to become a global organization with over 2000 employees around the world, with a brand-new HQ based in Kanata North in Ottawa. As one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People (2024), we want to help you take the first step in crafting your career journey.

At Kinaxis, we power the world's supply chains to help preserve the planet's resources and enrich the human experience. As a global leader in end-to-end supply chain management, we enable supply chain excellence for all industries, with more than 40,000 users in over 100 countries. We are expanding our team as we continue to innovate and revolutionize how we support our customers.
About the team:

Location

If in Ottawa, you must be in the office at least three days a week. Other Canadian Locations - Remote

About the team

Small but impactful team, composed of independent thinkers and contributors. Who collaboratively design, validate, and deliver scalable technology solutions that align with business goals, enhance user experience, and future-proof the organization's digital ecosystem. All this while finding humour and fun in our everydayness.

About the role

As an Intern Solution Architect, you'll work closely with senior architects and cross-functional teams to design, evaluate, and prototype scalable technology solutions. This internship offers hands-on experience in architecture design, cloud platforms, and enterprise systems integration--ideal for students passionate about solving complex business challenges through technology.

This is a full-time, 12-month position, starting January 2026.

To be eligible for a Co-op or Intern position at Kinaxis, you must either be currently enrolled in full-time education or, if you are a recent/upcoming graduate, your graduation date must be within 12 months of the placement end date.

About the role:

What you will do

Assist in designing technical solutions aligned with business requirements Support documentation of architecture diagrams, workflows, and system interactions Collaborate with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to refine solution designs Participate in technical reviews and contribute to architecture decisions Research emerging technologies and propose innovative ideas Help assess system performance, scalability, and security implications

What we are looking for

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field Strong understanding of software development principles and system design Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) Basic knowledge of APIs, microservices, and enterprise architecture concepts Excellent communication and analytical skills Eagerness to learn and contribute to real-world projects

Things that would definitely help

Solid grasp of programming, system design, and cloud computing fundamentals Ability to break down complex problems and propose logical, scalable solutions Architects must explain technical ideas to non-technical stakeholders Works well across teams and adapts to feedback Shows initiative in learning new tools, frameworks, and architectural patterns Experience with real or academic projects involving system integration Can create clear architecture diagrams and technical documentation

We're accepting applications now through end of day on Monday, October 21, 2025. Please note that we may begin reviewing applications before the posting closes, so early submission is encouraged.

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Why join Kinaxis?:

Work With Impact:

Our platform directly helps companies power the world's supply chains. We see the results of what we do out in the world every day--when we see store shelves stocked, when medications are available for our loved ones, and so much more.

Work with Fortune 500 Brands:

Companies across industries trust us to help them take control of their integrated business planning and digital supply chain. Some of our customers include Ford, Unilever, Yamaha, P&G, Lockheed-Martin, and more.

Social Responsibility at Kinaxis:

Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee weighs in on hiring practices, talent assessment training materials, and mandatory training on unconscious bias and inclusion fundamentals. Sustainability is key to what we do and we're committed to net-zero operations strategy for the long term. We are involved in our communities and support causes where we can make the most impact.

People matter at Kinaxis and these are some of the perks and benefits we created for our team:Flexible vacation and Kinaxis Days (company-wide day off on the last Friday of every month) Flexible work options Physical and mental well-being programs Regularly scheduled virtual fitness classes Mentorship programs and training and career development Recognition programs and referral rewards Hackathons


For more information, visit the Kinaxis web site at www.kinaxis.com or the company's blog at http://blog.kinaxis.com.





Kinaxis welcomes candidates to apply to our inclusive community. We provide accommodations upon request to ensure fairness and accessibility throughout our recruitment process for all candidates, including those with specific needs or disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please reach out to us at recruitmentprograms@kinaxis.com. Please note that this contact information is strictly for accessibility requests and cannot be used to inquire about application statuses.

Kinaxis is committed to ensuring a fair and transparent recruitment process. We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the initial step of the recruitment process to compare submitted resumes against the job description, to identify candidates whose education, experience and skills most closely match the requirements of the role. After the initial screening, all subsequent decisions regarding your application, including final selection, are made by our human recruitment team. AI does not make any final hiring decisions.