Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers, and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water, and shipping.
As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.
Internship information
At Alfa Laval Aalborg, we are looking for committed 9th semester marine engineering students. Every year, both in the spring and the fall, we open our doors to two to three students. As a marine engineering intern, you will have a unique opportunity to work in Alfa Laval's Test Center, where you will gain valuable practical experience. In the final phase of the internship, there is an opportunity to work as service technicians on various ships around Europe, providing broad exposure and insight into the maritime industry.
What do the tasks involve?
In the Test Center, during the first phase of the internship, you will be involved in a range of technical and collaborative tasks, including:
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Understanding the systems of technical installations – examining the construction, operation, maintenance, and upkeep of systems.
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Operation of systems and technical installations.
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Troubleshooting instruments and equipment.
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Participation in tests, for example, combustion tests on boilers/motors, freshwater generation, emission cleaning, including documentation and calculations for these tests.
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Construction or assembly of electrical panels.
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Collaboration with marine engineers, engineers, blacksmiths, and electricians.
In the final phase of your internship as a service technician, you will work closely with experienced technicians and develop your skills through practical experience on ships across Europe. Your tasks will include:
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Troubleshooting and adjusting of burner combustion.
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Troubleshooting of mechanical burner components.
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Electrical troubleshooting on boiler systems and control systems.
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Upgrading control systems and other system components.
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Commissioning new and retrofitted boiler systems.
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Commissioning and troubleshooting of E-PowerPack and OceanGlide.
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General crew information and training.
Tasks often come at short notice and varies in frequency, content, and location.
It is a requirement that you have a valid health certificate for seafarers (blue book) to be sent out on assignments. If you’re interested in being a marine engineer intern with us, we can consider offering the opportunity to stay in the company apartment during the internship period.
Are you ready to set sail towards an internship that can shape your future? Apply now and take the first step towards a career filled with challenges and discoveries.
For questions and applications
Applications and CVs are checked on an ongoing basis.
For more information, please contact
Head of Test Centre & Technology Development, Lars Bo Anders [email protected] or Field Service Manager, Kasper Juul Kristensen at [email protected].
What We Do
Pioneering positive impact!
Our pioneering 140-year-old start-up culture is built on the idea that partnership is the key to solving complex problems and unlocking the full potential of resources. So we collaborate closely with our partners, customers, and thought leaders to create game-changing solutions that challenge conventional thinking on quality, efficiency, and innovation. United by a shared commitment to creating positive impact we’re reshaping vital industries, like energy, food, water, and shipping, to optimize efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase yields. Together, we’re building business success, elevating the quality of life across society, and driving progress towards a more sustainable world.
Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate heat transfer, separation, fluid handling products separation, and fluid handling products. With these as its base, Alfa Laval aims to help enhance the productivity and competitiveness of its customers in various industries throughout the world. We define their challenges and deliver sustainable products and solutions that meet their requirements – in energy, the environment, food, and the marine industry.
Alfa Laval today has customers in some 100 countries, employs more than 21,300 people, and annual sales were SEK 63.6 billion (5.5 BEUR) in 2023. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Alfa Laval contributes to 15 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Our solutions make a difference in daily life. You can learn more on our website about how our products work, and how they are used in industries worldwide.
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