About the role#
Glosten is hiring interns for the Winter 2027 term. You will work alongside our naval architecture, marine engineering, and ocean engineering teams in either Seattle or Providence. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position lasting approximately 8 weeks. We prefer students in their senior year or final year of a graduate program. We offer sponsorship for those eligible for TN visas and require all applicants to have unrestricted work authorization in the United States.
What you'll do#
You will work closely with your group lead and other associates to support ongoing projects. You will apply textbook theory and lab experience to solve real maritime challenges. Tasks may include:
- Finite element modeling and structural analysis
- Seakeeping analysis
- Resistance and propulsion calculations
- Stability and mooring analysis
- Climatology tasks
- Piping system design and electrical load analysis
- Mechanical system commissioning
- 2D drafting and 3D modeling
What you'll need#
- A strong academic background in naval architecture, marine engineering systems, marine electrical systems, marine structures, hydrodynamics, numerical methods, or statistical analysis.
- Excellent communication skills to convey complex ideas to project stakeholders.
- A motivation to pursue professional growth opportunities inside and outside your specific discipline.
- A genuine interest in the marine industry.
- A commitment to mutual respect and cooperation in a collegial atmosphere.
Location & details#
- Locations: Seattle, WA and Providence, RI
- Modality: On-site
- Compensation: 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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