ABS Interns are integrated into ABS business operations and will experience various aspects of engineering review, technical problem solving, and/or research and development. Interns will work with a designated advisor to learn and develop skills relating to ABS core business functions while also assisting ABS with key deliverables. It is expected that interns will be assigned multiple projects for their respective department throughout the course of their internship. Interns will work at the ABS corporate headquarters in Spring, TX.
Interns at ABS engage in a 3-month assignment in which they are provided the opportunity to:
- Participate in active, on-the-job training.
- Enhance scholastic knowledge through exposure to high-level research and
- Encounter challenging projects.
- Engage in a meaningful connection with fellow cohort mates.
- Build relationships and network with senior professionals.
- Accelerate professional training and development in engineering.
In addition, ABS interns will participate in some of the following professional opportunities:
- Interns may provide engineering support in the form of design review and analysis assignments typically involving a major project or several smaller, less complex projects. Projects will vary in the nature of their complexity and difficulty.
- Under the supervision of an experienced engineer or engineering manager, interns may assist with detailed engineering review of plans as assigned for compliance with applicable Rules, Regulations, and contract commitments.
- Communicate the status of the current workload to all appropriate members of the team to ensure that the needs of the clients will be met.
- May propose technical advice to field operations and other technical offices.
- May propose new approaches to problems encountered and make recommendations for changes in methods, procedures, or designs.
- May assist in the development of business performance metrics including the development and implementation of an ongoing business performance monitoring program, and the periodic analysis of operating results to determine causes, trends, etc.
- May assist with the writing and presentation of technical papers and reports concerning areas of expertise and work performed.
- May assist with Rule development projects as assigned.
- Interns may collaborate with digital teams and with other departments such as services, class, project management, commercial operations, etc.
- Intern may assist with data collection efforts for data quality improvement, in both existing and new data streams to support overall business goals.
What You Will Need:
- Must be available to work a full internship term (Summer: May - August)
- Valid US Driver’s License required
- U.S. Citizen status
- Cumulative GPA of 2.75
- Basic engineering knowledge; proficiency in Excel and AutoCad is preferred
- As an engineering track intern, candidates must be a full-time student currently enrolled in an accredited university and pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in one of the following engineering disciplines: Civil, Mechanical, Ocean/ Marine, Electrical or Naval Architecture.
- Needs to be familiar with the ABS Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Management System.
Additional Information:
Candidates selected for the Summer Internship Program will be provided housing and a vehicle for the duration of their internship if not currently based in Houston-area.
Skills Required
- Available to work full internship term (May - August)
- Valid US Driver's License
- U.S. Citizen status
- Cumulative GPA of 2.75
- Basic engineering knowledge
- Proficiency in Excel
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Full-time student enrolled in an accredited university pursuing a bachelor's or master's in Civil, Mechanical, Ocean/Marine, Electrical, or Naval Architecture
- Familiarity with ABS Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Management System
What We Do
Since its founding in 1862, ABS has been committed to setting standards for safety and excellence as one of the world’s leading ship classification organizations. We search for and establish the best solutions for the industries we serve, and are at the forefront of marine and offshore innovation. In a constantly evolving industry, ABS works alongside its partners tackling the most pressing technical, operational and regulatory challenges so the marine and offshore industries can operate safely, securely and responsibly. The surveyors, engineers, researches and regulatory specialists who form the ABS team work in more than 200 offices in 70 countries around the world. With a passion for making the world a safer place, while also delivering practical and innovative solutions, ABS stands ready to assist and advance the marine and offshore industries.
