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, Configuration and Data Management provides support to the Engineering department in processing and configuring project documentation and data within the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system. This position provides exposure to the ship building industry with hands-on experience working with engineering data and cross-functional teams, while also developing foundational skills in configuration and data management.
Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 2 Pemberton, North Vancouver.
What you’ll do:
Assist in maintaining data accuracy and integrity within PLM toolsets, identifying potential inconsistencies or quality issues under supervision.
Supports the Engineering department by facilitating and coordinating documentation and change management processes.
Help coordinate the receipt and configuration of technical data from vendors and cross-departmental teams.
Collaborate with Engineering, Detail Design, Supply Chain, Production, and other departments to support resolution of issues and expedite project tasks.
Participate in process improvement initiatives and learn industry practices.
Other duties as required.
What you’ll bring
Currently pursuing a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Information Management, or a related discipline
Previous co-op, internship, or academic project experience in a related field is considered an asset but not required
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail with the ability to handle structured and technical information
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks with guidance
Basic problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Interest in ship building, construction, data management or systems
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.
We require a full-time commitment Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week with an hourly rate of $28.00/hour.
Start Date of Internship: Tuesday, September 8th, 2026.
End Date of Internship: Friday, April 30th, 2027 (8-Months).
Please submit your Resume, Cover Letter and Academic Transcript as one PDF document.
Application Closing Date: Sunday, June 21st, 2026, at 11:59pm 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 recruit@seaspan.com for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment.
Seaspan is an association of Canadian companies involved in coastal marine transportation, shipdocking/ship escort, ship repair & refit, shipbuilding, ship design, commercial ferry services, and LNG bunkering on Canada's West Coast.
The scope of Seaspan's services, the quality of its employees and over a century of successful participation in coastal commerce, make the company a major partner in the economy of the Pacific Northwest.
