Mechanical Engineering Intern – Commissioning

Davie; Lévis; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Davie is offering an Engineering Intern opportunity in Canada’s leading shipyard. You will work on real-world naval projects related to shipbuilding, repair and modernization, across departments such as Engineering, IT, Production and Quality.

You will analyze needs, structure information, develop solutions and support project execution in a dynamic, safety-conscious environment. You will gain practical experience by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, documenting procedures, and

Qualifications

• Be enrolled in a university program in a technical field.
• Demonstrate curiosity, attention to detail, autonomy and strong analytical skills.
• Possess strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Have good organization and prioritization.
• Able to manage multiple activities or projects simultaneously.
• Enjoy collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Possess strong communication and writing skills.
• Demonstrate adaptability and willingness to learn in a hands-on environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Functional knowledge of French and English for technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze technical or operational information from stakeholders.
• Participate in planning, coordination, and monitoring of activities or projects.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, data, processes, or requirements.
• Prepare, update and organize technical documentation and work instructions.
• Research, evaluate, or implement technical, digital, or operational solutions.
• Support analysis of resource, material, equipment, system or service needs.
• Conduct surveys, validations, tests, measurements, or observations on-site or across areas of the business.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Procurement, IT, Quality, Health and Safety, Maintenance, and other functions.
• Identify and resolve technical or operational issues.
• Help track project progress and identify variances or adjustments.
• Recommend improvements to processes, tools, or methods.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and standardization of practices.

Skills

Curiosity

Autonomy

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organization

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Communication & writing

Adaptability

MS Office proficiency

Bilingual in French & English

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Computer Engineering

Software Engineering

Computer Science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

As an Engineering Intern, you will have the opportunity to contribute to real-world projects related to shipbuilding, ship repair, and naval modernization. Depending on your field of study, skills, and organizational needs, you may be assigned to various departments, including Engineering, Procurement, Information Technology, Production, Industrialization, Planning, Estimating, Quality, or Maintenance.

As an Engineering Intern, you will have the opportunity to contribute to real-world projects related to shipbuilding, ship repair, and naval modernization. Depending on your field of study, skills, and organizational needs, you may be assigned to various departments, including Engineering, Procurement, Information Technology, Production, Industrialization, Planning, Estimating, Quality, or Maintenance.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to analyze needs, gather and structure information, participate in solution development, and support project execution. This internship will allow you to apply your academic knowledge, develop your expertise, and gain firsthand exposure to the operational realities of a shipyard environment.

Depending on the department and the nature of the assignment, you may be involved in:

• Gathering and analyzing technical or operational information from various stakeholders;


• Participating in the planning, coordination, and monitoring of activities or projects;


• Analyzing drawings, specifications, data, processes, work methods, or operational requirements;


• Preparing, updating, and organizing technical documentation, including procedures, work instructions, reports, work plans, tracking tools, and reference data;


• Participating in the research, evaluation, or implementation of technical, digital, or operational solutions;


• Supporting the analysis of resource, material, equipment, system, or service requirements;


• Conducting surveys, validations, tests, measurements, or observations on-site or across various areas of the business;


• Collaborating with Engineering, Production, Procurement, Information Technology, Quality, Health and Safety, Maintenance, and other organizational functions;


• Participating in identifying and resolving technical or operational issues;


• Contributing to tracking project progress and identifying variances or required adjustments;


• Recommending improvements to processes, tools, work methods, or existing systems;


• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and the standardization of practices.

Qualifications

• Be currently enrolled in a university program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field;


• Demonstrate curiosity, attention to detail, autonomy, and strong analytical skills;


• Possess strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities;


• Have a strong sense of organization and prioritization;


• Be able to manage multiple activities or projects simultaneously;


• Enjoy collaborating with multidisciplinary teams;


• Possess strong communication and writing skills;


• Demonstrate adaptability and a willingness to learn in a dynamic, hands-on environment;


• Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications;


• Possess a functional knowledge of both French and English, including the ability to consult technical documentation.

Eligibility

Internship opportunities are available to students who are currently enrolled in an academic program. The work experience must meet the requirements of the student's program of study, and the internship must be recognized by the educational institution.

The selected candidate must also successfully complete the security screening process and obtain the security clearance required under the Government of Canada’s Contract Security Program.

Why choose Davie for your internship?

You will have the opportunity to contribute to large-scale naval projects, develop your skills in a dynamic and hands-on environment, learn from experienced professionals, and grow within an expanding organization.

At Davie, you do more than complete an internship.

You dare to achieve greatness.

About Us

Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada’s largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients.

Working at Davie means embracing vast possibilities every day and taking part in an adventure where every project leads to something monumental. It’s about tackling big challenges with creativity, determination, and passion.

There’s a real sense of pride in being part of the Davie team. It’s not just about delivering major projects—it’s about innovation and pushing boundaries to accomplish something truly remarkable.

At Davie, we forge the monumental!