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Combat Systems Engineering StudentCo-op- Winter 2027

J.D. Irving


Job Location:

Dartmouth - Canada

Monthly Salary: CAD 1000 - 1000
Posted: 20 September 2026 (19 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 18 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

As a valued member of our team this role offers you the opportunity to contribute to key projects and perform meaningful work supporting our new construction programs. You will build valuable connections with business leaders colleagues and network with many other fellow co-op students joining ISI. This assignment provides an understanding of what a career at Irving Shipbuilding looks like in consideration for future permanent employment opportunities within our rapidly growing organization.

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to support their student hires and will pay the fees associated with your co-op up to $1000.



Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support design activities for the River-Class Destroyer Combat Systems.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to review design elements of the ship.
  • Support the review of engineering documentation for compliance with project requirements classification rules and shipyard standards.
  • Assist in the planning preparation and execution of testing and commissioning activities.
  • Propose and participate in continuous improvement projects as appropriate.
  • Participate in engineering change management throughout the design and construction lifecycle.
  • Prepare technical reports presentations and other engineering documentation to support project activities.


Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in a 4-year Engineering degree program.
  • 0-2 years experience.
  • Interest in Shipbuilding or the defense industry.
  • Excellent communication interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite openness to learning.
  • Skilled in organizing and managing a variety of tasks with varying priorities and is a fast learner and effective problem solver.

Due to the nature of work Irving Shipbuilding does all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) Canadian Government Security clearance and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Please note this position requires a full-time in-office presence.




Required Experience:

IC


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Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With ... View more

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