Mechanical Engineering Intern – Engineering Planning

Job summary

Gather and analyze technical and operational information, review drawings and processes, and support planning, coordination, and monitoring of projects in a shipyard environment. Prepare and maintain technical documentation, help resolve operational issues, track progress, and recommend improvements to processes, tools, and work methods.

Job details

Job Description As an Engineering Intern, you will have the opportunity to contribute to real-world projects related to shipbuilding, ship repair, and naval modernization. Depending on your field of study, skills, and organizational needs, you may be assigned to various departments, including Engineering, Procurement, Information Technology, Production, Industrialization, Planning, Estimating, Quality, or Maintenance. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to analyze needs, gather and structure information, participate in solution development, and support project execution. This internship will allow you to apply your academic knowledge, develop your expertise, and gain firsthand exposure to the operational realities of a shipyard environment. Depending on the department and the nature of the assignment, you may be involved in: Gathering and analyzing technical or operational information from various stakeholders; Participating in the planning, coordination, and monitoring of activities or projects; Analyzing drawings, specifications, data, processes, work methods, or operational requirements; Preparing, updating, and organizing technical documentation, including procedures, work instructions, reports, work plans, tracking tools, and reference data; Participating in the research, evaluation, or implementation of technical, digital, or operational solutions; Supporting the analysis of resource, material, equipment, system, or service requirements; Conducting surveys, validations, tests, measurements, or observations on-site or across various areas of the business; Collaborating with Engineering, Production, Procurement, Information Technology, Quality, Health and Safety, Maintenance, and other organizational functions; Participating in identifying and resolving technical or operational issues; Contributing to tracking project progress and identifying variances or required adjustments; Recommending improvements to processes, tools, work methods, or existing systems; Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and the standardization of practices. Qualifications Be currently enrolled in a university program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; Demonstrate curiosity, attention to detail, autonomy, and strong analytical skills; Possess strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities; Have a strong sense of organization and prioritization; Be able to manage multiple activities or projects simultaneously; Enjoy collaborating with multidisciplinary teams; Possess strong communication and writing skills; Demonstrate adaptability and a willingness to learn in a dynamic, hands-on environment; Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications; Possess a functional knowledge of both French and English, including the ability to consult technical documentation. Eligibility Internship opportunities are available to students who are currently enrolled in an academic program. The work experience must meet the requirements of the student's program of study, and the internship must be recognized by the educational institution. The selected candidate must also successfully complete the security screening process and obtain the security clearance required under the Government of Canada’s Contract Security Program. Why choose Davie for your internship? You will have the opportunity to contribute to large-scale naval projects, develop your skills in a dynamic and hands-on environment, learn from experienced professionals, and grow within an expanding organization. At Davie, you do more than complete an internship. You dare to achieve greatness. About Us Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada’s largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients. Working at Davie means embracing vast possibilities every day and taking part in an adventure where every project leads to something monumental. It’s about tackling big challenges with creativity, determination, and passion. There’s a real sense of pride in being part of the Davie team. It’s not just about delivering major projects—it’s about innovation and pushing boundaries to accomplish something truly remarkable. At Davie, we forge the monumental!

What you’ll do

Gather and analyze technical and operational information, review drawings and processes, and support planning, coordination, and monitoring of projects in a shipyard environment. Prepare and maintain technical documentation, help resolve operational issues, track progress, and recommend improvements to processes, tools, and work methods.

Requirements

Applicants must be currently enrolled in a university program in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or computer engineering, software engineering, computer science, or a related field, and the internship must be recognized by their educational institution. Candidates should have strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office, functional knowledge of French and English, and the ability to complete the required security screening.

Listed skills

• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Project Coordination · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• adaptability · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Planning · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Prioritization · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Critical Thinking
• Organization
• Prioritization
• Project Coordination
• Technical Documentation
• Process Improvement
• Data Analysis
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Adaptability
• Microsoft Office
• Technical Drawing Analysis
• Planning
• Attention to Detail

Job areas

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Technology
• Government & Public Sector