This position is exclusively open to students pursuing a university degree.

Internship dates: From August 31st to December 18th 2026

Are you looking for a work environment where you can innovate reach greater heights and collaborate with experts from a wide range of sectors You want to join a world-class company and industry leader with projects to which you would be proud to contribute Come share your passion with us!

The role we are offering you:

By joining our team you will have the opportunity to work on the MADXR. The MADXR (Magnetic Anomaly Detection) is the latest generation of avionics system installed onboard surveillance airplanes and helicopters which allows for real time detection of submarines (hyperlink to product demo). The system has successfully demonstrated performance during test flights and is entering high volume production rate. Our engineering team is faced with the challenge of standardizing the product to enable mass production and prepare the next generation of systems. Are you ready to:

• Contribute to the improvement and modernization of test bench software.
• Participate in the creation of automated test benches and their documentation.
• Work with the production team to improve existing processes.
• Learn and apply industry best practices in software development.
• Support the engineering team in various continuous improvement initiatives.
• Write automated unit tests for test software.
• Develop Python scripts for data analysis.
• Contribute to frontend development and database tools.

Our ideal candidate has:

• Proficiency in object-oriented C/C programming. C# is an asset. Python is an asset.
• Knowledge of electronics. Ability to read basic electrical schematics and datasheets.
• Experience in microcontroller programming and basic understanding of UART/I2C protocols is an asset.
• Dynamic team player with a strong sense of initiative.
• Self-sufficient with the ability to tolerate ambiguity.
• Curiosity and a desire to learn.
• An intuitive understanding of manufacturing processes is an asset.

Preferred Education

• Pursuing a undergraduate degree in electrical/software engineering or a related field.

Location of the internship is in CAE at 8585 Cote-de-Liesse Saint-Laurent Québec H4T 1G6 Canada.

Internship will be carried out in person.

*All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada and must meet the requirements of the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP). All hires will be required to complete sign and return the Controlled Goods Program form within a week of its transmittal. They must also provide a copy of their passport or birth certificate. All students with a work permit must provide a copy of it and a police clearance certificate from the country or countries where they have resided in the past five years.

*Please take note that if you are on a student work or international student permit the delays for the security background check take minimum 16 weeks.

CAE offers:

• Salary determined according to the number of years and / or cumulative credits
• Flexible schedules and work from home policy
• Open concept workspace
• Opportunity to work on a variety of projects on a multidisciplinary team
• Possibility of permanent employment/extension
• STM access on campus
• Free parking on site for cars and bikes

• Running club and sports activities
• Changing rooms and showers
• Panoramic terrace open during Summer and Fall

*For all interns hired we will reimburse the internship costs for up to $250 per intern upon presentation of supporting documents.

About CAE

At CAE our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years weve driven innovation in simulation training and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies we empower our customers to operate smarter faster and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged collaboration drives progress and your growth fuels our shared success.

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