About the role#
Hitachi Energy is looking for a student to join the community engagement team at our Varennes facility. This internship offers the opportunity to support daily operations while contributing to projects that impact our local community and the manufacturing network. You will work within a team currently in the process of structuring its internal operations.
What you'll do#
- Capture content and create posts for internal and external social media channels.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of the employer brand.
- Coordinate logistics for employee and community events.
- Create infographics for internal communications.
- Support the community relations manager with sponsorships, event coordination, and meetings with the MRC and manufacturing partners.
- Assist with general administrative tasks.
- Foster a positive culture within the plant and act as an engaged corporate citizen.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a degree program for Business Administration, Marketing, Political Science, or Communications.
- Completion of at least two years of university studies is preferred.
- Proficiency in both French and English.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and popular social media platforms.
- A valid work permit and access to a vehicle.
- Ability to work autonomously, solve problems, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong interpersonal skills and comfort building relationships with employees.
- Previous internship experience is considered an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Varennes, Quebec, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 4 to April 30).
- Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week). Candidates must be open to flexible hours during events.
- Modality: On-site at our Varennes plant.
About Hitachi
Hitachi is a global company based in Tokyo, Japan. It operates across four sectors including digital systems, energy, mobility, and connective industries. The firm integrates information technology and operational technology to manage industrial systems and infrastructure. It maintains a workforce of over 280,000 employees across more than 140 countries.
How to get in at Hitachi
Securing an internship at Hitachi requires speed because early applicants are often reviewed before the pile grows. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, which helps you apply among the first. This gives you a better chance of being seen by the hiring team. You can also improve your response rates by reaching out to the recruiters behind the company's roles directly. Intern Insider surfaces these specific contacts so you can ask about the role or request a referral. This direct approach often works better than sending an application into a general queue.
