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Intern - Field Engineering

CompanyBOLLINGER MISSISSIPPI SHIPBUILDING LLC
LocationNot specified
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 15, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will report to field or project engineers to assist with light-duty field engineering work and gain experience in the vessel construction process. This role requires daily on-site visits to vessels under construction while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
1066
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Bollinger Shipyards is the leading provider of quality new construction, repair and conversion products and services to both the military and commercial marine industry. Family owned and operated since 1946, Bollinger Shipyards specializes in a wide variety of offshore and inland vessels, along with steel fabrication services. Bollinger currently operates thirteen shipyards, all of which are ISO 9001:2008 registered and strategically located throughout Louisiana, Mississippi and Florida with direct access to the Gulf of America and the Mississippi River. With dry docks ranging in capacity up to 10,500 tons, Bollinger Shipyards provides a wide variety of dry-docks and services for both shallow and deepwater vessels and rigs. Bollinger is your FIRST TO CALL.
About the Role

Title: Field Engineering Intern

Location: Pascagoula, MS

Position Overview: Bollinger is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Field Engineering Intern for a full-time, on-site summer internship at our Pascagoula facility. This opportunity is ideal for students pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Naval Architecture who are eager to apply their academic knowledge in a professional, real-world environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Report to Field Engineers or Project Engineers to visit new vessels under construction, in order to get an appreciation for the vessels, the skill set needed for field engineering, the construction process and assist with light duty field engineering work. This is a great opportunity to visit new vessels under construction.
  • This role will require outside of office visits to the vessels.
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be required and worn daily in this role. 

Qualifications

  • Education: Currently a Freshman or Sophomore enrolled in an undergraduate program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Naval Architecture.
  • Technical Skills: Basic proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar engineering software is a plus.
  • Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, a proactive attitude, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
  • Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.


This internship offers valuable hands-on experience in field engineering, allowing students to develop industry-relevant skills, expand their professional network, and contribute meaningfully to Bollinger’s Engineering department.

Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.

Key Skills
Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringNaval ArchitectureMS OfficeWordExcelPowerPointAutoCADSolidWorksInterpersonal skillsField engineering
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingConstruction