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With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.\nJob Description:\nJob Title: Electrical Component Engineering Intern\nRail Pass Type: Internship/Co-op (Full-time/Hybrid)\nDeparture and Arrival Date (Start -End): January 2027 to August 2027 (8months). An earlier start date prior to January 2027 is preferred.\nVacancy: 1\nLocation: 100 Consilium Place, Scarborough, ON M1H 3E3\nWork hours/week: 40\nPay Details: $23-$30 CAD hourly\nStations on Your Journey:\nWelcome and Onboarding Station\nIntern Orientation \nOnline Onboarding Curriculum \nBuddy Program for mentorship and guidance \nHands-On Work Station\nReal-world projects with top industry talent \nPaid internship + paid vacation \nHybrid work model \nA chance to build your career with a global leader driving digital transformation and innovation that helps support sustainable future \nNetworking Station\n“Ask Me Anything” with the Executive Committee \nEmployee Resource Groups (ERGs) \nSocial Intern Events: Coffee Breaks, Onsite/Offsite events \nBusiness Intern Events: Intern Showcase & Graduation ceremony \nCompany Social Events: Holiday Party, Employee BBQs, Golf tournament, etc. \nAbout This Opportunity\nTo provide support in managing the component database, creation of new part numbers, REACH and RoHS component compliance and part obsolescence analysis along with supporting hardware design in researching, identifying alternate component solutions and as required testing alternate solutions.\nKey Accountabilities\nIn this position, you will be able to see the processes utilized when developing products in an engineering environment, which will vastly improve your understanding of key component characteristics and their application in electrical designs. 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