Field Engineering Intern

Bollinger Shipyards, Inc.; Pascagoula (MS); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Bollinger Shipyards, Inc. seeks a motivated Field Engineering Intern for a full-time, on-site summer program at the Pascagoula facility. Ideal for students in Mechanical, Electrical, or Naval Architecture who want practical, hands-on experience in vessel construction and field support.

Responsibilities include visiting vessels under construction, assisting field engineers, and performing light engineering tasks with PPE required daily.

Qualifications

• This internship targets students in ME/EE/Naval Architecture pursuing hands-on field experience.
• Undergrad student status required (freshman or sophomore).
• Experience with MS Office and CAD software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Visit new vessels under construction with field/project engineers.
• Assist with light duty field engineering tasks on-site.
• Wear PPE daily and work outside the office when visiting vessels.

Skills

MS Office Proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Freshman or Sophomore undergrad in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Naval Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

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Intern Non-Executive

Location: Pascagoula, MS

Position Overview:Bollinger is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Field Engineering Intern for a full-time, on-site summer internship at our Pascagoula facility. This opportunity is ideal for students pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Naval Architecture who are eager to apply their academic knowledge in a professional, real-world environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Report to Field Engineers or Project Engineers to visit new vessels under construction, in order to get an appreciation for the vessels, the skill set needed for field engineering, the construction process and assist with light duty field engineering work. This is a great opportunity to visit new vessels under construction.
• This role will require outside of office visits to the vessels.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be required and worn daily in this role.

Qualifications

• Education: Currently a Freshman or Sophomore enrolled in an undergraduate program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Naval Architecture.
• Technical Skills: Basic proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar engineering software is a plus.
• Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, a proactive attitude, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

This internship offers valuable hands-on experience in field engineering, allowing students to develop industry-relevant skills, expand their professional network, and contribute meaningfully to Bollinger’s Engineering department.

Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.