Intern, Cad Systems

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, CAD will be responsible for administering the CAD environment and providing user support. 

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 

• Support the CAD software implementation / integration with all VSY systems.
• Support for CAD database setup / management / administration.
• Maintain / update / tailor CAD library, CAD parts catalogues, system specifications, CAD templates, CAD standards.
• Work directly under a senior CadAdmin and support with daily assignment.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you'll bring 

• Enrollment in 2nd year and above year Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related Engineering degree program.
• Excellent problem solving & communication skills (written & spoken) are a must.
• Proficiency in coding languages such as C#, PowerShell, Python, SQL, Java.
• Develop, generate or produce automatic extraction of CAD reports to support business needs.
• Experience in MSSQL and CAD scripting languages, LISP, Diesel, SQL, VBA considered an asset.
• 3D model generation and optimization via Rhino, AutoCAD 3D, Inventor is considered an asset.
• Power BI knowledge is alco considered and asset.

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, August 28th, Months) or Friday, December 18th, Months).

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

Application Closing Date: Sunday, March 1st, 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.  

To learn more, visit our website:   

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.