Intern, Finance

Through the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS), the Government of Canada has embarked on one of the largest procurement projects since the Second World War. The NSS is a nation-building effort to create a sustainable Canadian shipbuilding industry, secure long-term job opportunities and build the next generation of ships for the Canadian Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy. Through its NSS–related work, Seaspan Shipyards is owning the redevelopment of our domestic shipbuilding industry on the West Coast and delivering on the promise of ships built in Canada, by Canadians. 

The Intern, Finance (Programs Control) will support the Program Controls team in cost and schedule performance monitoring across programs. This role provides hands-on exposure to Earned Value Management (EVM), budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and budget governance processes, while working closely with Control Account Managers (CAMs), Data Analytics, and Program Management teams. This position is ideal for a highly analytical student interested in project management and ship building.

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 2 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver.

What you'll do

Project Baseline & Governance

• Support the setup, maintenance, and re-baselining of the Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB).
• Assist in raising and implementing PMB Change Requests (PMBCRs) in Cobra.
• Ensure PMBCRs follow established governance processes defined by each Program Office and the PMO.
• Ensure budgets are allocated on a consistent and compliant basis.

Cost & Schedule Integration

• Integrate progress and actuals from multiple systems, including P6, subcontractor Weekly Progress Reports (WPRs), and E1.
• Maintain and validate Cobra system data, including calendars, OBS, WBS, and grouping structures.
• Validate time phasing, Earned Value Techniques (EVT), and reported progress.

Earned Value & Reporting

• Run and support weekly Earned Value (EV) reports.
• Perform data quality checks to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness of cost and schedule data.
• Assist in variance analysis and root cause investigations for Canada and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) reports.
• Support the preparation of monthly and weekly program performance reports.

Forecasting & Performance Analysis

• Assist in developing forecast models and supporting CAMs with Bottom-Up Estimate at Completion (EAC) using historical performance indicators such as CPI trends and productivity norms.
• Validate and challenge reported hours, progress, and performance metrics.
• Support the prevention of misreported progress or inconsistent EVT application.

Other Learning Opportunities

• Hands-on experience with industry-standard project controls systems and EVM methodologies utilizing EIA-748 standard.
• Exposure to real-world program budget governance, forecasting, and performance management.
• Opportunity to work directly with CAMs, PMO, and senior leadership reporting processes.
• Development of analytical, reporting, and stakeholder engagement skills.

What you'll bring

• Enrollment in a Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration undergraduate degree program.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Power BI is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Exposure to Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts.
• Familiarity with project controls tools such as Cobra, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling/cost systems.
• Basic understanding of cost forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Analytical mindset with strong data interpretation skills.
• Integrity and respect for governance and controls.
• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Why you'll love working here

• A supportive learning environment, great team culture and hands-on experience and training.
• Opportunity to grow your career and connect with like-minded students.
• Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit, we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.

We require a full-time commitment Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week with an hourly rate of $26.00/hour.

Start Date of Internship: Monday, May 4th, 2026.

End Date of Internship: Friday, December 18th, Months).

Please submit your Resume, Cover Letter and Academic Transcript as one PDF document.

Application Closing Date: Sunday, February 22nd, 2026, at 11:59pm PST.

Please note: if we receive a large volume of applications, we may close this posting ahead of the closing date, therefore, we recommend applying early. Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. To learn more about our InternSHIP Program, visit our website:

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Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America's most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life-cycle maintenance work for Canada's Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise-ships and deep-sea vessels. Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.  

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This position may involve defense articles and/or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and the U.S. Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.

Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment.