Summer jobs for students in marine engineering/naval architechture
Are you a master's student in marine engineering or planning to start studying marine engineering in the fall of 2026? Are you curious about the Swedish maritime industry want to test out working life already during your studies? Then you should apply for a summer job in the Swedish maritime sector through Lighthouse! The application for summer 2026 is open until March 1.
About the Program
Lighthouse now offers the opportunity to apply for earmarked summer jobs for those who have the ambition to start studying, or who are already studying the first year of marine engineering at master's level. Through the Lighthouse summer job program, you have the opportunity to gain work experience in the maritime sector in Sweden at attractive companies in the industry during your studies. The opportunity is exclusive to those who are students in marine engineering/Naval Architecture and is not open to other education programs.
Five companies from the Swedish maritime industry are participating in the Lighthouse summer job program this year: FKAB Marine Design, Stena Teknik, Berg Propulsion Wallenius Marine and Oversea Fleet Support. At the bottom of the page you can read more about the companies and what they can offer you as a summer worker.
Time Period
Students who are accepted for a summer job must be available to start work on June 8 and be able to work for at least five weeks. There are opportunities for the hiring company and the candidate to agree on different start dates and possible extensions of the work period.
Contract and Salary
Students who are accepted for a summer job will be employed by the company where they are placed. The salary is 28,000 SEK per month.
Qualifications
- Ongoing studies at master's level in marine engineering, or that you have the ambition to start a master's program in marine engineering in the fall of 2026
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
- Good communication skills and willingness to cooperate
- Good initiative
- Excellent knowledge of English, both spoken and written; Swedish language skills are an advantage
- Some positions in the program are classified as security and a security check will be conducted
Application Process
Are you interested in applying for a summer job? We require:
- CV
- Cover letter
- Transcript of records
- The company(ies) you are applying to (please note that the companies are located in different parts of Sweden, and that you are the applicant responsible for finding accommodation)
The application must be sent to
Stena Teknik is the centre of excellence for technology and innovation, guiding and supporting Stena’s continued success and future relevance. Join us in our mission!
We are a resource for all business units within the Stena Shipping and Offshore group, where our role is to be an expert function, primarily in marine technology, and our creative methods provide added value that increases competitiveness.
Through care for Stena’s businesses and resources, coupled with technical expertise and an agile mindset, we develop safe, sustainable and innovative solutions to the benefit of Stena.
Our team
Stena Teknik consists of highly motivated experts from different competence areas, such as Newbuilds & Projects, Energy Transition, Digital Transformation and Procurement.
Our team values curiosity, fact-based decisions, learning and drive. These fundamentals ensure our future relevance and our preparedness for change.
Our work tasks vary; we often find ourselves at the computer investigating, assessing for implementation of new technologies and preparing vessel concept designs. However, we are also called out to vessels to assist with inclining experiments, weighing vessels, conducting hull inspections, assessing damages, or checking ongoing installations or pilot projects. It never gets boring!
The assignment
The role offers technical work or a study within one of the areas marine engineering, hydromechanics, structures & materials or energy transition. We offer possibilities to visit our vessels operating just outside the office building, to speak with the crews onboard and see vessels in the eyes of an end-user.
Normal working hours over the summer are Monday-Friday, 08:00-16:00, and we are located at Stena Headquarters in Gothenburg.
Contact: Lisa Gustin, Project Manager
Email:
Phone: +46 704 855 212
Web: www.stenateknik.com
FKAB Marine Design is a 64-year-old family-owned company and we deliver ship designs prepared for the future. Our presence is in a global market, with customers all over the world and we are based in Uddevalla (HQ), Gothenburg, Shanghai and Zhenjiang. Our ships' designs are optimized with a focus on efficient operation, low fuel consumption, reduced environmental impact and being equipped for future environmental and industry requirements. Our customers are shipowners, shipyards, authorities and cargo owners.
In addition to delivering successful ship designs, FKAB Marine Design offers a comprehensive range of marine consulting services. Through our consulting services, we at FKAB want to contribute to a more sustainable shipping together with our customers.
About the tasks:
During your time with us, we will give an insight into how a design process works and which different steps in the process are carried out at different stages. We will also give an insight into what the different departments have for specialist skills and what their work can look like. If there is interest, you can then work in a specific area with some in-depth tasks.
Who are you?
To enjoy your role during your internship with us, we see that you as an applicant have a great technical interest linked to design, calculations, environmental and sustainability solutions for commercial ships. You are social and find it easy to communicate, socialize and work in a group in a structured way.
Expression of interest
Welcome to contact us at
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a global engineering company. You will be a part of skilled team where everyone has their own expertise and where we all work together to develop new solutions and to support our customers.
Job Description
In this position, you are expected to function as a mechanical engineer which requires a deep interest in detailed design. You will create 3D models as well as manufacturing drawings in Solidworks. We believe you are a team player who, together with the team, wants to drive product knowledge and our new as well as our existing products forward. You have a deep engineering interest, and you have the capability to communicate your technical expertise in different contexts. You have a strong technical knowledge and studying a BSc or MSc in mechanical engineering or relevant field. You have good communication skills, verbally and in writing, in English. Basic Swedish is an advantage but no requirement.
What we offer
We offer an interesting position where you will be part of the team developing premium products for the marine industry. We believe people are core to our business and know the importance of employee wellness. A possibility to learn about the marine industry and our products while expanding your network and gain valuable experiences for your future career. Last but not least, the most fantastic work location in the Gothenburg area, with the sea as the closest neighbor. The role is based on Hönö, in the northern archipelago of Gothenburg, with easy and efficient transportation to Gothenburg.
About us
BERG PROPULSION is one of the world's leading designers and producers of Propulsion systems. We deliver fully customized main propellers, azimuth thrusters, transverse thrusters and control systems.
We stand before exciting times with a transformation in the marine sector where electrification and automation will be a key to fulfill the environmental requirements. With our vision “to make global shipping safe and sustainable” in focus we want to be a part of this journey, driving development of tomorrows solutions and contribute to a sustainable future for the industry.
For questions about the role, please contact recruiting manager Martin Persson on +46 76 117 50 23 or email
Welcome with your application!
Wallenius Marine is a shipping company based in Stockholm that provides Ship Management, Ship Design, and services related to newbuilding of vessels, primarily within the Ro-Ro and PCTC segments.
Our mission is to lead the way toward truly sustainable shipping, and to achieve this, we believe in innovation, digitalization, and partnerships. In recent years, we have supported shipowners in realizing state-of-the-art LNG-powered and ice-classed RoRo vessels with battery hybrid propulsion. Wallenius Marine has also developed the Oceanbird concept for fully wind-powered vessels and is now leading the design development of the first car carriers based on the concept.
The Ship Design, Newbuilding, and Innovation department works closely with shipowners and is primarily responsible for project management, feasibility studies, procurement of vessels, newbuilding projects, including management of newbuilding contracts with shipyards, design approval, newbuilding supervision (Site Management), as well as commissioning and delivery of vessels to the owner. Wallenius has been building vessels since the 1930s, and since the turn of the millennium, we have delivered around 50 newbuildings.
Wallenius Marine is part of the family-owned company Soya Group, which has been a pioneer in the global shipping industry since 1934. Learn more at walleniusmarine.com and soyagroup.com.
What We Offer
Wallenius Marine can offer you, as a summer intern, interesting tasks in one or more of our ongoing development or newbuilding projects, such as calculations, analyses, or studies. You will also have the opportunity to gain insight into Wallenius Marine’s various shipping operations.
For inquiries, please contact Urban Lishajko, Head of Ship Design, Newbuilding & Innovation, at +46 70 7720521 or email:
Who we are:
Oversea provides fleet support center as a Service, combining an advanced digital platform with maritime expert competence to help shipowners and operators transform vessel data into better operational decisions. This contributes to improved vessel performance, reduced fuel consumption and lower emissions, optimized maintenance, and stable, reliable operations.
From our Fleet Support Center in Stockholm, we support vessels and shore organizations worldwide with analyses, follow-ups, and recommendations through our digital platform. Our experts in performance, operations, and data development work closely with customers to interpret results, place them in an operational context, and ensure that insights lead to tangible improvements in day-to-day operations.
Oversea is a joint venture between Wallenius Marine and ABB Marine & Ports. Our headquarters are in Stockholm, with development teams in Poland, the Czech Republic, and India, as well as global commercial functions.
What we offer:
Oversea is developing rapidly, with a high pace and short decision-making paths. For those seeking a summer internship, this means working at the intersection of people and technology, in an international environment where data turns into action and the sustainable transition becomes tangible. You will have the opportunity to contribute to real projects, work closely with experienced colleagues, and build valuable skills for the future.
Who you are:
You will thrive with us if you are curious, enjoy collaboration, and have an interest in how vessel data can be used to improve performance and operations. You are customer-oriented and comfortable in an environment where both technology and people are at the center. Basic programming skills are considered an advantage. As we work internationally, English is a natural working language for you. We actively promote an inclusive and equitable work environment and view diversity as a strength in our organization.
The assignment / possible tasks:
In this role, you will contribute to idea development and prototype creation for Oversea’s service offering. Our digital platform is interdisciplinary and integrates several technical and scientific fields, such as marine engineering, hydrodynamics and propulsion, implementation of new technologies for emission reduction, data management and analysis, and system optimization. You will work on a project related to one of these areas and collaborate with our team to develop innovative and sustainable solutions.
For questions, please contact:
Pelle Regener, Head of Product, via email:
