Mechanical Engineering Intern

Bollinger Shipyards, Inc.; Louisiana; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Bollinger Shipyards, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern for a full-time, on-site summer internship at our Lockport, LA facility. The role is ideal for students in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or Ocean Engineering looking to apply theory to real-world shipyard projects.

Responsibilities include research, documentation, diagram development, basic calculations, and collaboration with engineering teams. On-site summer opportunity with equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Currently a junior or senior enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or Ocean Engineering.
• Basic MS Office skills; experience with AutoCAD or SolidWorks is a plus.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Engineering department by conducting research and preparing technical documentation.
• Organize reports and maintain engineering records.
• Develop and review system diagrams for vessel specifications and regulatory standards.
• Perform basic engineering calculations for system performance and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers and other personnel on multiple projects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or Ocean Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

Title: Mechanical Engineering Intern

Location: Lockport, LA

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

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Engineering department by conducting research and preparing technical documentation.
• Perform general office tasks with high attention to detail, including organizing reports and maintaining engineering records.
• Develop and review system diagrams to ensure compliance with vessel specifications and regulatory standards.
• Conduct basic engineering calculations for system performance and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate effectively with engineers, designers, and other personnel to support various projects.

Qualifications

• Education: Currently a junior or senior enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program inMechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or Ocean Engineering.
• 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 mechanical 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.