Mechanical Engineering Intern — Ship Systems Focus

Bollinger Shipyards; Lockport (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Bollinger Shipyards in Lockport, LA offers a full-time, on-site summer internship for students pursuing Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or Ocean Engineering. You will apply classroom knowledge to real-world shipbuilding challenges at our Lockport facility.

The role emphasizes hands-on research, documentation, diagram development, and collaboration with engineers and designers to support multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or Ocean Engineering.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with AutoCAD or SolidWorks is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills, proactive attitude, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Work Authorization: able to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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 with engineers, designers, and other personnel to support various projects.

Skills

MS Office

Education

Mechanical/Marine Engineering degree program

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Bollinger Shipyards in Lockport, LA offers a full-time, on-site summer internship for students pursuing Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or Ocean Engineering. You will apply classroom knowledge to real-world shipbuilding challenges at our Lockport facility.

The role emphasizes hands-on research, documentation, diagram development, and collaboration with engineers and designers to support multiple projects.