Intern Cloud Developer

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CPKC's Cloud Developer Intern in Calgary offers a six-month onsite opportunity, September 2026 to March 2027. You’ll design and deploy cloud-based apps under mentorship from senior engineers, contribute to IaC and CI/CD pipelines, help troubleshoot AWS, Azure, or GCP, participate in code reviews, document findings, and evaluate new tools while collaborating with cross-functional teams and staying current on cloud best practices. Ideal candidates are enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in CS or IT, have some programming experience, familiarity with cloud concepts, and strong communication. Nice to have: React/Angular/Vue, Node or Python, AWS core, Terraform or CDK, and Azure basics. Highlight coursework and projects, prepare for background checks, and note onsite, 0-10% travel, six-month commitment.

Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada, and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

We are seeking a motivated student to join our Cloud Computing Center of Excellence as a Cloud Developer Intern. In this role, you'll collaborate with our team to implement new cloud features, automate processes, and support cloud initiatives. This internship is designed for students who are excited to learn, contribute, and grow their knowledge in real-world cloud computing environments.

This internship opportunity is for a 6-month term, from September 2026 to March 2027.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Design, develop, and deploy cloud-based applications and services under the guidance of senior engineers
• Contribute to cloud automation scripts, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and CI/CD pipelines
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving issues in our cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
• Participate in code reviews, documentation, and knowledge sharing sessions
• Support the evaluation and adoption of new cloud tools and technologies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions
• Stay current on cloud trends and best practices

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
• Some experience with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Java, or C#)
• Familiarity with cloud concepts or platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is an asset
• Understanding of software development fundamentals
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and grow technical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Nice to Have Skills

• Front-end Development: (React/Angular/Vue/Streamlit/Typescript/HTML)
• Back-end Development: (Node/Python/Java/.NET)
• AWS Core:  (Lambda/ API Gateway/ DynamoDB/ S3/ ECS)
• IaC: (CDK/CloudFormation/Terraform)
• CI/CD:  (AWS CodeBuild/ AWS Code Pipeline)
• Monitoring: CloudWatch
• Networking: VPC/DNS/Web Application Firewall
• Azure Core: (Logic apps, Function apps, Data Lake, Stream Analytics)

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Onsite Gym
• Free Parking

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Background Investigation

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Professional references

BECOMING A RAILROADER:

As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Management Conductor Program

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CULTURE OF INCLUSION:

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

• Req ID: 106242
• Department: Information Services & Network Service Centre (NSC)
• Job Type: Intern
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Calgary, Alberta
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 5
• Job Available to: External

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