Intern, Naval Architecture - 4 Months

Seaspan ULC; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Employee shuttle service

Job summary

Seaspan Shipyards in North Vancouver is offering a four-month internship for Naval Architecture students. You will support design, analysis, and production tasks on-site, gaining hands-on exposure to ship design and construction in a complex environment.

The role requires enrollment in a Bachelor’s (or acceptance into a Master’s) program, with security clearance eligibility and strong CAD/communication skills. An internship at Seaspan offers practical production experience.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Marine Engineering, or related discipline
• Eligible for Reliability and Controlled Goods Security Clearance
• Interest in shipbuilding and applying Naval Architecture concepts in a production environment
• Comfort working in a heavy industrial setting

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation, development, review, and tracking of design deliverables, drawings, calculations, technical reports and specifications.
• Assist with stability, weight management, arrangement development, and performance analyses.
• Coordinate the flow of technical information between engineering disciplines, production teams, suppliers, and other project stakeholders.
• Participate in design reviews, project meetings, and technical discussions, while documenting actions and following up on assigned tasks.
• Assist with surveying to verify design compliance.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering tools, processes, templates, and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that technical requirements, schedules, and project objectives are achieved.
• Maintain accurate engineering records and support document control activities in accordance with Seaspan’s processes.

Skills

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture or related field

Master’s degree candidate accepted

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino 3D

Cadmatic

GHS

ShipWeight

NAPA

ShipMo

Job description

Job Description

Through the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS), the Government of Canada has launched one of the country's largest procurement initiatives since the Second World War. As a strategic partner in the NSS, Seaspan Shipyards is leading the revitalization of shipbuilding on Canada's West Coast, delivering the next generation of vessels for the Canadian Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy. By designing and building world-class ships in Canada, by Canadians, Seaspan is creating a lasting legacy of innovation, skilled employment, and industrial capability for future generations.

Job Description

Through the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS), the Government of Canada has launched one of the country's largest procurement initiatives since the Second World War. As a strategic partner in the NSS, Seaspan Shipyards is leading the revitalization of shipbuilding on Canada's West Coast, delivering the next generation of vessels for the Canadian Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy. By designing and building world-class ships in Canada, by Canadians, Seaspan is creating a lasting legacy of innovation, skilled employment, and industrial capability for future generations. As the Intern, Naval Architecture you will support the Manager, Naval Architecture in executing the successful completion of design, analysis and production support activities through the phases of the project. This role provides hands-on exposure to ship design, engineering, and construction within a complex shipbuilding environment.

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 2 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver, V7P 2R2

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will provide day-to-day support while assisting and coordinating specific activities, including:

• Support the preparation, development, review, and tracking of design deliverables, drawings, calculations, technical reports and specifications.
• Assist with stability, weight management, arrangement development, and performance analyses.
• Coordinate the flow of technical information between engineering disciplines, production teams, suppliers, and other project stakeholders.
• Participate in design reviews, project meetings, and technical discussions, while documenting actions and following up on assigned tasks.
• Assist with surveying to verify design compliance.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering tools, processes, templates, and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to help ensure that technical requirements, schedules, and project objectives are achieved.
• Maintain accurate engineering records and support document control activities in accordance with Seaspan’s processes.

What You’ll Bring

• Candidatesmust be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related discipline, or be accepted into a Master’s degree program in Naval Architecture.
• Be eligible to meet the criteria for Reliability and Controlled Goods Security Clearance.
• Interested students should have a passion for shipbuilding and be interested in implementing Naval Architecture concepts within a production environment.
• Students must be comfortable working in a heavy industrial setting.
• Strong technical skills include the ability to read and interpret technical specifications and drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information.
• Experience and proficiency with CAD/CAM software such as AutoCAD, Rhino 3D, Cadmatic, General Hydrostatics (GHS), ShipWeight, NAPA, ShipMo, or similar design tools is considered an asset.
• Excellent digital literacy including programs that are a part of the Microsoft Office Suite such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, manage competing priorities, and work both independently and collaboratively.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Gain hands-on experience in one of Canada's largest and most complex shipbuilding programs.
• Work alongside experienced naval architects, engineers, and industry professionals.
• Develop technical skills, project coordination, and problem-solving skills in a real-world shipbuilding environment.
• Enjoy a supportive team culture that promotes learning, mentorship, and professional development.
• Opportunity to gain experience and connect with like-minded students.
• Complimentary on-site parking and access to Seaspan’s employee shuttle service Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.
• Seaspan’s Internships are 4 months in duration. We require a full-time commitment Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week with an hourly rate of $28.00/hour.

Start Date of Internship: January 5, 2027

End Date of Internship: April 30, 2027

Application Closing Date: October 4th, 2026, at 11:59pm PST.

Please note: if we receive a large volume of applications, we may need to close this posting ahead of the closing date, therefore, we recommend applying early. Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

To learn more about our InternSHIP Program, visit our website: www.seaspan.com/internships-at-seaspan/

Teamwork Builds Ships

About Us

Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America’s most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life-cycle maintenance work for Canada’s Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise-ships and deep-sea vessels. Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.

To learn more, visit our website:

www.seaspan.com

This position may involve defense articles and/or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the U.S. Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.

Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment.