Mechanical Engineering Intern – Engineering Planning

Davie; Lévis; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Davie is offering an Engineering Intern position in Canada, giving students exposure to shipbuilding, ship repair, and naval modernization. You may rotate through Engineering, Procurement, IT, Production, and other departments, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to analyze needs and support project execution.

You will gain hands-on experience, apply academic knowledge, and learn the operational realities of a shipyard environment, contributing to tracking progress, documenting

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a university program in a related engineering or computer science field.
• Demonstrate curiosity and willingness to learn in a hands-on environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills to manage multiple tasks.
• Effective communication and writing skills in English and French.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to analyze needs and gather information.
• Support project execution and monitor activities across departments.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, data, and processes for improvements.
• Prepare and organize technical documentation and procedures.
• Assist in researching and evaluating technical or digital solutions.
• Support resource, material, and equipment requirement analysis.
• Contribute to on-site surveys, validations, tests, and observations.
• Identify and resolve technical or operational issues with teams.

Skills

Autonomy

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Bilingual: English & French

Education

Bachelor's or in-progress in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial/Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft 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!