Intern, Logistics Support Analysis (8 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, Logistics Support Analysis (LSA) will be responsible for assisting the LSA team in preparing the final Joint Support Ship (JSS) technical documentation package for delivery to the client as well as in managing and optimizing work across all programs. This role will provide a full overview of a large-scale engineering project.

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 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.
• Verify metadata for documents, fill in missing metadata and identify and correct errors, using a combination of automation and manual effort.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Assist with management and technical analysis of the identified obsolescence issues.
• Perform technical data cleaning and processing.
• Assist with automation projects to streamline various processes.
• 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 Science or a related discipline degree program.
• 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 and understanding of complex mechanical and/or electrical systems.
• Experience with coding and automation, e.g. Python, VBA, etc.
• 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 validation.
• Experience with Systems Engineering, maintenance, and In-Service Support is considered an asset.
• Experience reading P&IDs and technical datasheets is considered an asset.
• Ability to handle changing priorities.
• A supportive learning environment, great team culture and hands-on experience and training.
• Opportunity to grow your career and connect with like-minded students.
• 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.

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.
• 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.

Due to the nature of this position, and requirements of the Government of Canada, this position requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain a Canada Controlled Goods Program approval, Reliability Status (or higher depending on position) security clearance issued by the Government of Canada. All required approvals and clearances must be obtained prior to commencement of employment in any position.

Start Date of Internship: Monday, January 4, 2027.
End Date of Internship: Friday, August 27, 2027 (8-Months)

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

Application Closing Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 11:59 PM PDT

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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Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America’s most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life-cycle maintenance work for Canada’s Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise-ships and deep-sea vessels. Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.

To learn more, visit our website: www.seaspan.com

This position may involve defense articles and/or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the U.S. Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.

Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment.