About the role#
The Naval Architecture Intern supports the Hotel Refurbishment team by reviewing drawings, updating deck plans, and checking the feasibility of stateroom and public-space projects. You will help validate design packages against structural constraints and update technical drawings to reflect approved changes. This role involves collaboration with Interior Design, Technical Operations, and shipboard teams to ensure accuracy across the fleet.
What you'll do#
- Adapt technical drawings from one vessel to another for large-scale refurbishment projects.
- Identify ship-to-ship differences that affect design accuracy and construction planning.
- Participate in design review meetings with cross-functional teams.
- Maintain version control and documentation standards for drawing packages.
- Perform redlining and spatial evaluation within a maritime engineering environment.
- Complete a final project summarizing your contributions to a live refurbishment initiative.
What you'll need#
- Current undergraduate student pursuing Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
- Prior internship or project experience with technical drawings, CAD tools, or engineering documentation.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD.
- Understanding of SOLAS regulations.
Location & details#
- Location: Seattle, Washington.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 14, 2027 to August 20, 2027).
- Work Modality: Hybrid (in-office 4 days per week).
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
About Carnival Corporation
Carnival Corporation operates as a global cruise company with a fleet of over 90 ships. The business manages several cruise lines including Princess Cruises, Costa Cruises, and Cunard. These lines visit more than 800 ports across the globe. Based in Miami, the company maintains a presence in the travel industry and serves as a public entity on the London and New York stock exchanges.
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