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Date Posted: 2026-04-30
Country: Canada
Location: CA-QC-LONGUEUIL-J01 ~ 1000 Blvd Marie-Victorin ~ J01 BLDG
Job title: Internship - Fall 2026 - Customer First Centre, Technical helpdesk
About Pratt & Whitney Canada
Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters. For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world.
An Employer of Choice
Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continue to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world.
Internship dates: August 31st to December 18th, 2026
Location: The position is based at our Longueuil, Quebec Headquarters; internship from Monday to Friday, with flexible hours and exclusively on-site.
Why join our team?
The Customer Priority Center intern assists in the creation and maintenance of dashboards essential to the company. They take responsibility for several components of a larger project. They contribute to their team or department by leveraging their knowledge in various functional areas.
If you are a professional capable of working fairly independently and have in-depth knowledge of the discipline and function, we invite you to apply.
What will your day-to-day look like?
The Customer First Centre of Pratt & Whitney Canada provides technical and AOG (Aircraft on Ground) assistance, leading in the aspect of customer service and support. Our goal is to keep the fleet flying. This customer facing organization works closely with internal and external organizations to ensure customer requests are resolved promptly and acts as liaison between the different organization, such as Spare Parts, Rental Engines, Mobile Repair team, Customer Engineering groups, Chief Engineering team, Technical Publications, Warranty and many mores. Over the course of the internship, you would be asked to complete set of recurring and unique tasks.
Recurring Tasks:
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CRM Data Validation: Regularly verify the accuracy and completeness of case data within the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
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KPI Creation and Extraction: Generate and extract Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for both the CFirst and CSat departments.
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Monthly Report Calculation: Calculate data and contribute to the preparation of monthly reports presented to P&WC executives.
Unique Tasks (Potential, Based on Interests and Skills):
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Dashboard and Report Development: Design and create dashboards and reports as requested by management.
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Technical Engine Analysis Support: Assist with the technical analysis of faulty engines.
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Internal Training and Campaign Support: Take notes and help organize internal trainings and campaigns.
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Stakeholder Communication Management: Manage communications with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
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CRM Case Management and Data Updates: Manage cases and update relevant data within the CRM suite.
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Premium/High-Level Customer Contact Verification: Verify the accuracy of contact information for premium and high-level customers.
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Other Data Validation: Validate various other forms of data as required.
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Independent Project Analysis and Execution: Analyze and tackle projects autonomously.
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Other projects can also be assigned to the student and developed autonomously.
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We are in need of someone who can manage numerous tasks and handle multiple responsibilities.
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The candidate will assist engineers and communicate daily with our customers that are located in over 200 countries.
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This is a chance to learn about the engine operations and maintenance related activities along with the excellent service Pratt & Whitney Canada offers since 1928.
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It is an opportunity to develop one’s communicative skills and professional image in a very dynamic environment.
As a member of CFirst and Customer Satisfaction team, you would be at the very center of Customer Engineering, Engineering, Sales, Finance, Engine Leasing, Warranty, Spares, Mobile Repair and Management. You would get to know many of the processes and difficulties that make Pratt & Whitney Canada one of the premier engineering companies of the world.
What do you need to be successful?
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Be eligible to work in Canada.
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Be enrolled in a Canadian university throughout your internship.
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Be able to work on-site in the province where you are hired if applicable.
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Pursuing studies in Computer Science, Business Administration, or in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, Software, Industrial or Aerospace Engineering.
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Strong organizational and time management skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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Comfortable working with multiple IT platforms (CRM, SAP, Outlook, etc.).
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Basic knowledge of data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Power BI).
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
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Must be customer-oriented and have a sense of urgency.
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Must possess a “go-getter” style mentality in dealing with complex situations.
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Bilingual (French and English) is a plus.
Although this position is part of a French-speaking work environment, it requires a working knowledge of English to read and understand specialized instructions, plans, drawings and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as to write and sometimes communicate in English with customers, suppliers or international colleagues.
Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada
The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates. At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.
At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
The selected candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods. Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of these checks and obtaining the required clearances. Failure to do so will result in the withdrawal of the employment offer.
RTX adhère aux principes d’égalité en matière de recrutement et d’embauche. Toutes les candidatures de postulants qualifiés seront examinées avec attention, sans distinction d’origine ethnique, de couleur, de religion, de genre, d’orientation ou d’identité sexuelle, d’origine nationale, d’âge, de handicap, de statut d’ancien combattant protégé ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.
RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Match your category to your career stage
Intern status requires current enrollment in a degree program abroad. If you've graduated within the last five years and have relevant technical support experience, pursue the Trainee category instead. Confusing the two is a common source of DS-2019 rejection.
Build a skills-specific training plan
Your designated sponsor requires a formal Training Plan outlining learning objectives, supervision structure, and phase-by-phase milestones. For Technical Customer Support, map this to concrete skills: ticketing systems, escalation workflows, and troubleshooting protocols rather than vague customer service goals.
Target host employers with existing J-1 infrastructure
Search for companies that have previously hosted J-1 visa Trainees in technical or support functions. Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. employers actively seeking international exchange visitors in Technical Customer Support roles.
Verify your host employer understands DS-2019 obligations
The hiring employer is the host, not the visa sponsor. Confirm early that your host will cooperate with your designated sponsor's site evaluation, sign the training plan, and designate an on-site supervisor, as USCIS and State Department compliance requires documented host participation.
Check the two-year home residency requirement early
Technical support Trainees sponsored by government funding or coming from countries on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may face a two-year home residency requirement after their program ends. Confirm your eligibility status before accepting an offer, not after, since this affects future visa options.
Align your technical background to O*NET documentation
Designated sponsors and host employers will assess whether your background fits the role. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Technical Customer Support to identify the core competencies and knowledge areas you should highlight in your CV and training plan application materials.
Technical Customer Support J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Technical Customer Support roles?
It depends on your current status. If you're enrolled in a degree program abroad, you qualify for the Intern category. If you've graduated or have been working in a relevant technical field within the past five years, the Trainee category applies. Trainee programs can last up to 18 months, while Intern programs are limited to the duration of your academic program plus up to 30 days.
How do I find U.S. host employers open to J-1 Technical Customer Support placements?
Use Migrate Mate to search for employers actively hiring international exchange visitors in Technical Customer Support roles. Host employers in this space tend to be mid-size SaaS companies, managed service providers, and enterprise software firms that already have onboarding processes for international technical staff and are familiar with the DS-2019 coordination process.
Does my host employer in Technical Customer Support act as my J-1 visa sponsor?
No. Your visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, that issues your DS-2019 form and monitors your program compliance. Your host employer is the company where you work. They sign the training plan and designate a supervisor, but they do not hold sponsorship authority and cannot issue immigration documents on your behalf.
Can I switch host employers mid-program if my Technical Customer Support placement ends early?
Changing host employers requires your designated sponsor's approval and typically a revised or new DS-2019. This is not automatic. The new host must meet the same vetting requirements as the original, including a signed training plan and confirmed supervisor. Gaps in placement beyond the sponsor's allowable period can result in program termination, so notify your sponsor immediately if your situation changes.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Technical Customer Support J-1 participants?
It can. The requirement applies if you receive government funding for your program, if your home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, or if your J-1 category specifically triggers it. Technical customer support is not a medically or governmentally restricted field, but your nationality and funding source determine applicability. Review your DS-2019 and consult your designated sponsor before making long-term U.S. career plans.