About the role#
Glosten is hiring interns for our naval architecture, marine engineering, and ocean engineering teams. You will work alongside our staff to support ongoing projects and gain hands-on experience in the maritime industry. We prefer candidates who are interested in joining the firm permanently after graduation. This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position for the Winter 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Support ongoing engineering projects.
- Perform finite element modeling and structural analysis.
- Conduct seakeeping, stability, and mooring analysis.
- Complete resistance and propulsion calculations.
- Assist with climatology and electrical load analysis.
- Work on piping system design and mechanical system commissioning.
- Create 2D drafts and 3D models.
What you'll need#
- A strong academic background in naval architecture, marine engineering, marine electrical systems, marine structures, hydrodynamics, numerical methods, or statistical analysis.
- Excellent communication skills to convey complex ideas to clients and teammates.
- A motivation to pursue professional growth opportunities.
- A genuine interest in the marine industry.
- A commitment to mutual respect in a collaborative, collegial atmosphere.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Location & details#
- This internship is based on-site in either Seattle, Washington or Providence, Rhode Island.
- The term lasts approximately 8 weeks, running from January through February.
- This is a paid position.
About Glosten
Glosten is a naval architecture and marine engineering firm. The company operates as an independent and internally owned business. It provides design and engineering services for marine projects throughout the life cycle of a vessel. Based in Seattle, the firm employs between 51 and 200 people. It has been in business for over 65 years.
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