Job Description

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!
Intern, Property Tax (Canada)
This is a full-time summer internship lasting from May 11, 2026, until August 28, 2026.
Job Summary
The Intern, Canadian Property Tax is responsible for updating property tax assessment and tax payment on Canadian real estate assets. The incumbent assists in tax authority relations, including tax payments and assessments.
Major Responsibilities

• Ensure all property tax invoices received are verified and processed for payment on time to avoid costly penalties
• Make sure property assessments are either recorded or consistent with Systems, Applications and Products (SAP) records
• Report on the processed tax invoices focusing on deadlines
• Scan and attach property tax-related documents in SAP
• Ensure asset inventory accuracy in SAP for Annual Statement reporting
• Liaise with Property Tax Manager and tax authorities
• Other administration tasks as required

Requirements

• Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French)
• Ability to organize work and establish priorities to meet guidelines and deadlines
• Capacity to work well under pressure
• Aptitude to work as part of a team as well as independently
• Applies critical thinking
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) as well as SAP*

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

• Working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Real Estate background

About CN
CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. 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. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's , most and railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at .
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