Summer Student: Ship Hull & Materials Engineering

DNV; Oslo; On-site; NOK 279,000 - 391,000; Full time

Job summary

DNV is offering a Summer Student position in ERS, Hull & Materials in Oslo. The role supports vessel structural assessments, hull modeling, and technical advisory services for the global maritime industry.

You will gain hands-on experience with ship structures, drawings, and documented case reviews as part of a collaborative, international team. Ideal candidates are pursuing a BSc or MSc in engineering with a keen interest in maritime technology, strong analytical skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Student pursuing a BSc or MSc degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Strong interest in maritime technology and ship structures.
• Analytical mindset with a passion for solving technical challenges.
• Proactive, curious, and eager-to-learn attitude.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Development and verification of vessel structural models using Nauticus Hull.
• Interpretation of ship drawings and technical documentation.
• Support to DNV's Emergency Response Service (ERS).
• Preparation of Executive Hull Summaries (EHS).
• Assistance with technical helpdesk cases and customer support activities.
• Review of survey documentation and hull findings.
• Data quality improvement and technical documentation tasks.
• Participation in technical trainings, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Strong English communication

Team player

Proactive learning

Education

BSc or MSc in relevant engineering

Tools

Nauticus Hull

FEA software

Job description

DNV is offering a Summer Student position in ERS, Hull & Materials in Oslo. The role supports vessel structural assessments, hull modeling, and technical advisory services for the global maritime industry.

You will gain hands-on experience with ship structures, drawings, and documented case reviews as part of a collaborative, international team. Ideal candidates are pursuing a BSc or MSc in engineering with a keen interest in maritime technology, strong analytical skills, and the ability to