Student Internships and Master’s Thesis at Oceanbox

Oceanbox; Town of Norway (WI); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Oceanbox, located in Wisconsin, is offering internship and master's thesis collaboration opportunities for students passionate about ocean sustainability. Interns will gain hands-on experience with advanced ocean modeling tools, contributing to ocean simulations and environmental modeling.

This role is ideal for master’s students in oceanography or related fields, providing mentorship and opportunities to engage in real-world projects that impact the aquaculture industry.

Join Oceanbox and take part in shaping the future of sustainable ocean management!

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a master’s program in a relevant field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in ocean modeling, functional programming, or environmental simulations.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with a team.
• Good communication skills in Norwegian and English.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of ocean simulations, data analysis, and environmental modeling.
• Collaborate on research for master’s thesis in ocean modeling.
• Conduct research on ocean currents, particle tracking, and environmental modeling.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Ocean modeling

Functional programming

Environmental simulations

Sustainability interest

Communication skills in English

Communication skills in Norwegian

Education

Currently enrolled in a master’s program

Tools

Numerical ocean models (ROMS, FVCOM, MITgcm)

API development

High-Performance Computing (HPC)

Job description

Are you passionate about the ocean and eager to contribute to sustainable solutions through advanced ocean modeling and simulation? At Oceanbox, we offer students the opportunity to work on real‑world projects that make an impact on the aquaculture industry and marine environment. Whether you're looking for an internship or want to collaborate on your master’s thesis, we provide hands‑on experience and access to cutting‑edge technology.

What we offer

Internship opportunities

Get hands‑on experience with state‑of‑the‑art ocean modeling tools. As an intern at Oceanbox, you’ll work closely with our team of scientists, engineers, oceanographers and developers, contributing to the development of ocean simulations, data analysis, and environmental modeling. This is a great opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a practical setting while gaining valuable industry experience.

Master's Thesis collaboration

Are you a master’s student looking to explore ocean modeling, environmental impact assessments, or marine simulations? At Oceanbox, we offer collaboration opportunities for students who want to write their master’s thesis in direct partnership with us. You’ll have access to our cutting‑edge tools, datasets, and expert guidance, enabling you to conduct research on topics like ocean currents, particle tracking, and environmental modeling.

We are looking for students who want to contribute to real‑world solutions in ocean sustainability through their thesis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside our team and shape the future of ocean modeling.

Basic qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a master’s program in a relevant field
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Interest in one or more of the following: Ocean modeling, functional programming or environmental simulations and sustainability
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with a team
• Good communication skills in Norwegian and English (written and spoken)

Oceanography

• Knowledge of physical oceanography, including currents, tides, and stratification
• Experience with numerical ocean models (e.g., ROMS, FVCOM, MITgcm)
• Experience with oceanographic data analysis and programming

Informatics

• Strong programming skills (preferable in functional programming)
• Experience with API development and handling large datasets
• Experience with data structures, algorithms, and optimization techniques
• Interessted in High-Performance Computing (HPC) is a plus

Why choose Oceanbox?

• Real‑world impact: Your work will directly support sustainable practices in the aquaculture industry
• Cutting‑edge technology: Utilize advanced simulation tools and data analysis techniques
• Expert mentorship: Collaborate with experienced researchers and industry professionals

Who can apply?

We are looking for students in the fields of oceanography, environmental science, programming, data science, engineering, or related disciplines. Both Norwegian and international students are welcome to apply.

Join us in shaping the future of sustainable ocean management!