Intern, Junior Graphic Designer - Indigenous

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!

Job Summary 

We are seeking a Junior Graphic Designer who combines creativity, technical skill, and strong organizational abilities. This role is ideal for a versatile designer who not only enjoys creating compelling visuals but also thrives in maintaining structure and efficiency across digital workflows.

You will play a dual role: supporting the creative development of branded materials while ensuring the smooth operation and continuous improvement of our Digital Asset Management (DAM) platform. The right candidate is a self-starter who communicates effectively, collaborates well within cross-functional teams, and remains calm and solution-oriented under pressure.

This position offers the opportunity to grow within a fast-paced, creative environment that values teamwork, innovation, and attention to detail.

Main Responsibilities

Graphic Design

•  Conceptualize and produce high-quality design assets for a variety of mediums, including digital, print, social media, presentations, and internal communications.
• Translate creative briefs into engaging visual solutions that align with brand standards and strategic objectives.
• Adapt and reformat creative materials for multiple channels and audiences while maintaining consistency in visual identity and tone.
• Collaborate closely with the Brand Strategy team to deliver design solutions that meet both creative and functional needs.
• Work within established brand guidelines and contribute new ideas that enhance visual storytelling and audience engagement.
• Prepare accurate, print- and web-ready production files, ensuring quality and adherence to specifications.
• Participate actively in creative discussions, providing design input and constructive feedback to peers.

Digital Asset Management

•  Optimize CN’s Digital Asset Management (DAM) platform.
• Tag, categorize, and upload creative assets to ensure they are easy to search and retrieve.
• Maintain metadata standards and ensure assets meet brand and usage rights requirements.
• Train internal users on best practices for uploading, searching, and sharing assets.
• Collaborate with I&T and the Vendor to continuously optimize the DAM system and ensure long-term sustainability.

Qualifications

•  Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of design experience (internship or agency experience an asset).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Familiarity with Digital Asset Management systems (e.g., Asset Bank Cloud, Canto, Brandfolder).
• Strong organizational skills and a passion for design layout, typography and digital workflows.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills.

 We welcome applications from Indigenous candidates and are taking proactive steps under the Employment Equity Act to support equitable representation in our workforce.

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 safest, most inclusive and sustainable 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 cnrecruitment@cn.ca.

As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

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