Internship opportunity

Ship Structures Summer Intern

Internship placement Title
Ship Structures Summer Intern
Company Name
Lloyd’s Register
Company Website
Contact person Name & Surname
George Smyrnakis
Contact email
info@wegemt.eu
Country of Employment
United Kingdom
City / Location
Southampton
Sector / Area of Activity
Classification & Regulation;Research & Innovation;
Type of Opportunity
Summer Internship
Internship Duration
6–8 weeks
Indicative Start Date
July 5, 2026
Working Mode
Hybrid
Number of Positions Available
1
Objectives of the internship, key tasks and responsibilities

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Lloyd’s Register Technical Directorate as a Summer Intern focusing on Ship Structures. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in structural research and development relating to Lloyd’s Register’s future rules and procedures. Under the guidance of experienced professionals, the intern will contribute to ongoing projects aimed at enhancing the structural safety of ships.

Reporting to the Team Lead Rule Development, the responsibilities of the role are:

  • Assist in conducting literature reviews and gathering relevant research materials on ship structures, materials, and construction techniques.
  • Collaborate with engineers and researchers to analyze and evaluate existing ship structures, identifying areas for improvement and innovation.
  • Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) and finite element analysis (FEA) software to model and simulate ship structures, assessing their performance under various loading conditions.
  • Contribute to technical reports, presentations, and documentation summarizing research findings, methodologies, and recommendations
Level of Study
Recent Graduate, Student;
Relevant Fields of Study
Naval Architecture Mechanical Engineering
Technical Skills / Knowledge Required
• Working towards Degree standard having completed at least the first year • Knowledge of structures • IT literate with knowledge of MS Office applications • Knowledge of Python an advantage • Knowledge of FEA packages an advantage, particularly Nastran/Patran or Abaqus
Soft Skills
Teamwork, Communication, Problem-solving, Analytical thinking, Initiative & Motivation, Adaptability.
Language Requirements
English
Remuneration
Paid
Additional Benefits (if any)
Mentoring / Supervision
Application Process
Via email to info@wegemt.eu
Application Deadline
May 15, 2026
Additional Notes for Candidates

Must be eligible to work in the UK; if in the UK on a student visa confirmation of term dates from the university will need to be provided in writing

Interested in this internship?
Please submit your application below.