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As of Jun 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship nassco in the United States is $15.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectInternship NasscoNaval Engineer Intern
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate in engineering, maritime, or related fieldsEngineering students or recent graduates, often with a focus on naval or marine engineering
Work EnvironmentShipyards, defense facilities, and naval basesShip design offices, naval research labs, and shipbuilding sites
Employer & Industry UsageNaval Surface Warfare Center (NASSCO), defense contractors, maritime industryNaval shipyards, defense agencies, maritime engineering firms

Internship Nassco and Naval Engineer Intern roles both target students interested in naval and marine engineering. While Nassco internships focus on shipbuilding and defense projects at NASSCO, Naval Engineer Internships emphasize ship design, research, and development within naval engineering teams. Both provide valuable industry experience but differ mainly in their specific focus areas within the naval engineering field.

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Student Intern (Repair) - Summer 2026

$26.54/hr

Other

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Job Posting End Date: Until Filled

Shift:                               1st 

Security Clearance:      No Clearance

SUMMARY

This position is intended to provide shipyard exposure to college students dedicated to a program of ship design by acting in the capacity of a minimally skilled helper to production trades. Interns are expected to not only contribute positively to ship production and/or repair through their labor, but also to gain/learn insights to benefit future ship design, construction, and/or repair. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Will be placed in a production trade/organization in new construction organization Steel, Outfitting, On Board, Test and Trials trades or in similar positions in the Repair department. Specific trade/organizational assignments will be made by NASSCO.
    • Job duties will consist of assisting skilled trades personnel in the conduct of their discipline(s), including identifying or retrieving in-process material; interpreting drawings, plans, schedules, and/or lists; recording data; and in some circumstances, could include executing limited skilled trade functions.
    • Job duties may also include fire watch, industrial housekeeping, removal or application of equipment protection, and similar tasks.
    • Depending on business needs, availability, and aptitude, may receive limited training in production skills, department operation, and or shipyard integration.
    • May assist stage and area managers with coordination responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

    • Applicants must be engaged as a full-time student at an accredited Bachelor of Science degree program.
    • Applicants must demonstrate that completion of a shipyard industrial internship is a non-credit requirement for graduation.
    • Applicants must be recommended for the position by college staff in charge of intern placements.
    • Must be available for and sustain an assignment not less than 37 nor more than 65 working days (including orientation).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The essential functions of this role require work in both an office and industrial setting. The role requires prolonged periods of working in a stationary position, operating a computer, computer programs, and standard office equipment necessary to perform the essential duties. The role requires perceiving information and communicating effectively with others in person, online, and on the phone. The role also requires prolonged periods of working in indoor and outdoor industrial settings.  Must have the ability to safely access, navigate, and traverse the shipyard, construction areas, production areas, ships, and warehouses. Must be able to transit uneven surfaces and be agile to move quickly to avoid hazards and respond to unexpected obstacles. Must be able to observe, detect, identify, perceive, recognize, and process information to remain alert and timely comply with all safety requirements. Must be able to move, transport, and use equipment necessary to perform the essential duties. Duties performed on ships require ascending and descending stairs and ladders, transiting on scaffolding and at heights, transiting through manholes and other narrow, confined, or congested spaces. This position requires exposure to industrial areas which contain hazardous materials, loud noise (including sirens, horns, chipping, slamming, and hammering), dust, fumes, and exposure to weather.

PAY RATE

$26.54 per hour

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