Job Description

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you're part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely-helping keep the economy on track. We welcome students who share their ideas, perspectives and understanding of new technologies with our teams. In return, we provide the opportunity to work on exciting projects with experienced collaborators who are happy to share their knowledge, all within a mutually-agreed to framework. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The opportunities we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!
This is a full-time summer internship lasting from May 11, 2026, until August 28, 2026.
Job Summary
The Intern, Legal works closely with the Legal department to assist in providing the highest quality, cost effective and pro-active legal services to CN to protect and promote the organization's people, business, and reputation. During the internship, the candidate works with leaders within the company on key projects.
Major Responsibilities

• Perform legal research and draft memos
• Help prepare for and attend hearings with Counsel
• Review contracts
• Assist with the preparation of department communications (e.g., gather subjects, help with the drafting and revision of the texts)
• Assist Counsel on various projects

Requirements

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Knowledge of legal search databases (CanLii, Bloomberg Law, Lexis, and Nexus)
• Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French)*
• Collaborates with others and shares information
• Demonstrates active listening
• Applies critical thinking
• Communicates with impact

Education

• Working towards university-based Juris Doctor (JD), Bachelor of Law (LL.B.), Bachelor of Civil Law (B.C.L.), or equivalent program

*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.

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