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About us

Damen Naval offers you a career that is challenging, exciting and fun in equal measure. The Naval division of the family-owned Damen Shipyards Group is established in Vlissingen and in Schiedam. It is a company with more than 1.200 professionals, and a rich tradition of naval shipbuilding, its original roots stem back more than 150 years. For more than 50 years Damen Naval has been the dedicated shipbuilder for the Royal Netherlands Navy. Based on decades of accumulated experience, Damen Naval offers navies worldwide a broad range of defence and security vessels, ranging from 7m to more than 200m in length. Damen Naval is the only supplier of naval vessels in the Netherlands. Damen Naval has delivered more than 420 vessels to satisfied customers all over the world and have has earned a reputation for excellence along the way. While taking pride in heritage, Damen Naval is also looking towards the future. Are you ready for duty?

The role

We are offering an exciting internship opportunity in our Development team. As an intern, you will have the chance to work on cutting-edge projects, exploring new concepts and systems for future naval vessels. This role is ideal for a motivated student eager to contribute to the forefront of naval innovation.

Key accountabilities

As an intern at Damen Naval, you will engage with multiple aspects of naval ship and system concepts across various phases of design and development. Depending on your assignment, you will:

• Develop new Naval ships or -ship types or innovate existing ones.
• Develop Naval Ship (sub)systems like Mission Deck equipment or smart integration solution concepts to address emerging naval needs.
• Utilize new analysis methods and design tools to achieve your research objectives.
• Take ownership of the planning and execution of your research project from day one.
• Deliver a detailed, in-depth analysis of your research problem, identifying innovative solutions.
• Communicate your results and conclusions effectively to other departments, contributing to the collaborative environment of our organization.

Skills & experience

The perfect candidate is:

• Studying for a Bachelor or Master degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficient in the most commonly used high-level programming languages and good practices on database design.
• Experience with 2D CAD and 3D modelling (Rhino).
• Passionate about ships or shipbuilding.
• Capable of identifying and communicating with multiple stakeholders.
• Independent, analytical and proactive.
• Fluent in English spoken and written.

What we offer

• A monthly allowance for the duration of the assignment.
• Proper mentoring at BSc or MSc level will be available throughout the project.
• The ability to test and enhance your professional- and social skills
• Acquired experience at a top tier company to add to your reference list.

Other

Are you interested in starting a student project related to electrical systems, kindly submit your application along with your CV, curriculum with achieved grades and motivation letter, along with an indication of:

• Requested position (internship or graduation assignment)
• Your (preferred) topic or suggestions for topics.
• Availability (fulltime / part-time / number of hours).
• Notice period / possible starting date.
• List of grades to provide insight in the subjects you have followed.

For more information about the vacancy or Damen Naval, please visit the Damen Naval website, the Damen Naval Career website or contact the Corporate Recruitment department via +31 118 485 000.

Please note that due to the military nature of our projects, only candidates who have permanent EU nationality can be considered for vacancies at Damen Naval. Unfortunately, we are not allowed to process candidates who (also) have a non-EU passport or nationality.

A pre-assignment and security screening and investigation form part of the recruitment process.

Acquisition and introduction of candidates without a formal request is not appreciated and they will not be considered.

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