Intern, Technical Data Package (4 Months)

Through the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS), the Government of Canada has embarked on one of the largest procurement projects since the Second World War. The NSS is a nation-building effort to create a sustainable Canadian shipbuilding industry, secure long-term job opportunities and build the next generation of ships for the Canadian Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy. Through its NSS–related work, Seaspan Shipyards is owning the redevelopment of our domestic shipbuilding industry on the West Coast and delivering on the promise of ships built in Canada, by Canadians.

The Intern, Technical Data Package will be responsible for assisting the JSS project team in preparing the final data package for delivery to the client. You will work with the Integrated Logistics Support to evaluate the project documents and data and identify and address any errors. This role will provide a full overview of a large-scale engineering project. You will be involved in preparing the “paper ship” for project close-out and delivery to the client.

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 88+ Harbourside Dr, North Vancouver.

What you’ll do

Assign documents to a hierarchical structure (the Equipment Family Tree).
Verify and validate the completeness of the deliverable
Review Engineering Change Data Packages to ensure completeness.
Verify metadata for documents, fill in missing metadata and identify and correct errors, using a combination of automation and manual effort.
Review document files to ensure they meet quality standards and completeness using a combination of automation and manual effort.
Work with the Intellectual Property team to help identify IP data.
Work with stakeholders to resolve more complex concerns.
Assist with automation projects to streamline various data processing tasks.
Applicants from various disciplines will be considered and, so long as the core tasks are performed, the work can be adjusted to suit the successful applicant’s strengths.

What you’ll bring

Enrolled in Engineering, Computer Sciences or a related discipline.
Special consideration will be given to applicants with a demonstrated attention to detail, technical aptitude, and an ability to identify and enact solutions.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Strong technical skills including knowledge of complex mechanical and/or electrical systems .
Experience with coding and automation
Excellent digital and information literacy and pattern-recognition
Ability to work independently with minimal direction and manage their time effectively.
Ability to recognize when to ask for more guidance
Experience with archives and/or data cleaning is considered an asset
Experience with Systems Engineering, maintenance, and In-Service Support is considered an asset
Experience with creating PowerBI reports is considered an asset
Experience with drafting standards is considered an asset.
Why you’ll love working here

A supportive learning environment, great team culture and hands-on experience and training.
Opportunity to grow your career and connect with like-minded students.
Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit, we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.
We require a full-time commitment Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week with an hourly rate of $26.00/hour.

Start Date of Internship: Monday, September 8 th , 2026.

End Date of Internship: Friday, December 1+ th , 2026 (4-Months)

Please submit your Resume, Cover Letter and Academic Transcript as one PDF document.

Application Closing Date: Sunday, June 22 nd , 2026 at 11:5+pm PST.

Please note: if we receive a large volume of applications, we may close this posting ahead of the closing date, therefore, we recommend applying early. Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

To learn more about our InternSHIP Program, visit our website: www.seaspan.com/internships-at-seaspan/

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