IntermediateBusiness trackCA-CP-34

Rail Intermodal Terminal Dwell-Time Analytics

Internship role: Supply Chain Analyst Co-op. Measure container dwell time by cause at an intermodal terminal, simulate a gate-appointment system and report throughput gains.

10 Guided Steps240h Internship TierSubmit: GitHub repo or evidence pack + live demo / report + README + milestone logbookVerified CertificateAI Rubric Graded

Program Overview

Internship role: Supply Chain Analyst Co-op. Measure container dwell time by cause at an intermodal terminal, simulate a gate-appointment system and report throughput gains.

What you submit

GitHub repo or evidence pack + live demo / report + README + milestone logbook

Stack: Python, simulated gate and crane logs, SimPy, Tableau

How it is graded

Problem framing15
The business question, decision owner and success measure are stated in two or three sentences.
Data & method25
Sources are named, data is cleaned and explained, and the method fits the question.
Analysis & model25
The model or analysis is correct, assumptions are on their own sheet, and sensitivity is tested.
Recommendation20
A clear recommendation with numbers, risks and the next step, not just a list of findings.
Deck & communication15
A short deck or memo a manager could read in five minutes.

Pass 60% · Merit 75% · Distinction 90%

Learning Outcomes

240-hour Canada programme. CN, CPKC and the ports of Vancouver and Montreal compete on dwell time and hire co-op analysts.

Target Audience

Engineering Students

Diploma, B.Tech, B.E., BCA, MCA, or M.Tech students seeking practical experience.

Aspiring Developers

Developers who want to build proof-of-work capstone projects for tech resumes.

Job Seekers

Graduates looking for AI-evaluated code review & verified industry credentials.