What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maritime Propulsion and Handling Intern (Summer 2026) position at Kongsberg Maritime?
An incredible opportunity awaits you as a Maritime Propulsion & Handling Intern!
As a Maritime Propulsion & Handling Intern you will be responsible for supporting propulsion & handling systems delivered by Kongsberg Maritime in the office. This includes working with azimuth thrusters, tunnel thrusters, controllable pitch propellers, waterjets, and other propulsion systems delivered by Kongsberg Maritime. This is a fast-track technical position that will give you an opportunity to learn new skills in exciting maritime applications.
Key Responsibilities
Galveston, TX
Expected Duration
Mid/End of May – Mid-August
Work Hours
Monday – Friday, 7 am – 4 pm
Kongsberg Maritime is a technology pioneer, enabling a more sustainable future for our oceans. Our zero-emission integrated technologies advance the maritime industry and solve our customers' toughest problems. With unmatched competence, domain knowledge, innovation, and market reach, we are the trusted maritime partner. Headquartered in Kongsberg, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales and service facilities in 35 countries.
KONGSBERG is a leading global technology group. Throughout our proud two hundred year history, we have continuously advanced, applying innovative solutions to the needs of our customers, partners and society at large. We believe diversity is our strength. By fostering an inclusive and diverse culture we nurture and ensure space for different perspectives and ideas. We are determined in our work to mature and improve our ability to utilize our diversity and culture of differences to create positive business results.
Protechting people and planet
KONGSBERG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
As a Maritime Propulsion & Handling Intern you will be responsible for supporting propulsion & handling systems delivered by Kongsberg Maritime in the office. This includes working with azimuth thrusters, tunnel thrusters, controllable pitch propellers, waterjets, and other propulsion systems delivered by Kongsberg Maritime. This is a fast-track technical position that will give you an opportunity to learn new skills in exciting maritime applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop the ability to work on numerous Kongsberg Maritime’s Propulsion & Handling systems
- Support the Technical team with equipment assembly/testing
- Execute projects assignments from Project Managers and Technical Advisors
- Read and interpret drawings and mechanical system architecture
- Use of tools for troubleshooting hydraulic/mechanical problems.
- Pursuing a degree in mechanical, marine or mechatronic engineering.
- Ability to perform basic mechanical tasks using hands and tools.
- Knowledge of general computer skills.
- Good communication skills and fluent in English
- Customer service oriented
Galveston, TX
Expected Duration
Mid/End of May – Mid-August
Work Hours
Monday – Friday, 7 am – 4 pm
Kongsberg Maritime is a technology pioneer, enabling a more sustainable future for our oceans. Our zero-emission integrated technologies advance the maritime industry and solve our customers' toughest problems. With unmatched competence, domain knowledge, innovation, and market reach, we are the trusted maritime partner. Headquartered in Kongsberg, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales and service facilities in 35 countries.
KONGSBERG is a leading global technology group. Throughout our proud two hundred year history, we have continuously advanced, applying innovative solutions to the needs of our customers, partners and society at large. We believe diversity is our strength. By fostering an inclusive and diverse culture we nurture and ensure space for different perspectives and ideas. We are determined in our work to mature and improve our ability to utilize our diversity and culture of differences to create positive business results.
Protechting people and planet
KONGSBERG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.