Hitachi Rail named top employer for young people in Canada

Hitachi Rail has been named one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, an editorial competition that recognizes the employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional workplaces and programs for young people starting their careers. ​

Hitachi Rail is supporting a first-of-its-kind Railway Engineering Specialization at Ontario Tech University. Hitachi Rail is contributing to the development of course content, providing student placement opportunities, and exploring joint research and development options. This partnership allows Hitachi Rail to provide student learning opportunities through rail-related guest lectures in courses, student capstone projects and recruitment initiatives.

Hitachi Rail is dedicated to fostering the next generation of talent through its Early Careers Program. Each year, the company offers more than 80 and growing paid co-op and internship opportunities to students across the Greater Toronto Area, Ontario, and Vancouver/Burnaby, British Columbia. This program not only provides valuable hands-on experience but also serves as a strong talent pipeline, with approximately 40% of participants transitioning into full-time roles.

Hitachi Rail’s Canadian story began over 50 years ago with its first location in Toronto in the 1970s. Since then, has expanded across the country, creating jobs and advancing rail technology to support Canada’s transportation vision. With the opening of a new office in Montreal, Hitachi Rail is strengthening its presence in Canada by growing operations and accelerating the deployment of its SelTrac™ signalling technology nationwide. From its early beginnings to future ambitions, Hitachi Rail continues to invest in Canadian talent and innovation.

“Being recognized as a Top Employer for Young People in Canada reflects our commitment to empowering the next generation and creating an environment where people feel valued, supported and inspired. At Hitachi Rail, young professionals are contributing to transformative rail projects in Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa and Vancouver, helping to build better connected cities across Canada,” ​ said Ziad Rizk, Managing Director, Hitachi Rail in Canada.