Mechanical Engineering Intern (COVE Internship Program)

Mechanical EngineeringIntern

COVE

Dartmouth NS

Host Company:
JASCO

20 Mount Hope Avenue

Dartmouth NS B2Y 4S3

Who is COVE

COVE is a tech hub and commercialization partner home to more than 400 organizations that use its facilitiesservicesand programs.COVE brings together industry academia and government to accelerate marine technology development and commercialization - from seabed to space - ensuring resilient supply chains built with Canadian solutions. Through its vast international network COVE has been at the forefront of providing invaluable networking opportunities fostering connections and leading discussions within the global marine technology community.

COVE spearheads programs aimed at nurturing talentexpeditingthe release of technology products and bolstering the success of emerging ventures by startups scaleups and SMEs. These initiatives coupled with COVEs ability to harness diverse skills andexpertisenationally within the innovation ecosystem serve as an enabler for overcoming industry challenges driving economic growth and delivering value to investors.

As COVE experiences rapid expansion we are activelyseekingto expand our team to further bolster our transformational influence on the marine sector. We recognize that our journey toward this goal hinges on the strength of our team-a group of individuals who collaborate innovate and continually strive for excellence. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey of discovery and advancement.

What is the COVE Internship Program

We are looking for bright talented individuals at the post-secondary level interested in the marine sector who are looking to gain valuable hands-on work experience. You will be placed with a host company in the marine sector and will be working on a core project for their business. Projects areinterdisciplinaryand students will be collaborating closely with other students and staff from different disciplines.

The COVE internship is a collaboration withnumerouscompanies that are leaders in the marine and marine technologysector. We are diligent in placing students in a role with a company that is well aligned with their discipline of study skillset and future career ambitions. Canadas marine sector is growing and thriving and contributes millions of dollars to our national economy on an annual basis. COVE is seeking interns who are Canadas best and brightest to be part of this phenomenal growth.

• Internship Eligibility:

• • Open to post-secondary students across all disciplines (i.e.Environmental Sciences Statistics Engineering Computer Science Business Marketing and Communications etc.)

• • Students must be actively enrolled in a post-secondary program at the time of the summer internship

• • Based on the required skillsets placements are typically geared towards second-year undergraduate students and above

• • Collaborative self-starter

• • Open to learning

• • Have experience or an interest in the marine sector

• • International students must be eligible to work in Canada and have a valid study/work permit

• Program Highlights:

• • 16-week full-time paid (min. $22/hr) employment from May-August 2026

• • Project-based learning opportunity with a host company in Nova Scotia

• • Professional development sessions

• • Mentorship from industry professionals

• • Networking opportunities

The Opportunity:

At JASCO Applied Sciences () we believe that our employees are the foundation for our success. We placehigh levelsof trust in our employees to uphold the values of honesty quality integrity and respect. This trust is reflected in our practices which ensure fair andequitabletreatment for all employees regardless of race color beliefs nation of origin sex gender identity and/or expression sexual orientation disability and age. Since its origin in 1981 JASCO has developed and implemented acoustic technologies for underwater acoustics ranging from advanced acoustic recording systems design to complex acoustic modelling algorithms. We perform acoustic consulting fieldmonitoringand data analysis services. Our work encompasses all stages of environmental reviews and assessments of underwater noise. We work with regulatory oil and gas marine construction energy fisheries transport anddefencesectors. JASCO has offices in Victoria BC Halifax NS the United States Australia Germany and the United Kingdom. The engineering team in Halifax develops and supports a variety of underwater autonomous acoustic recorders. JASCO recorders are designed to record sounds of everything from industrial noise to marine mammals.We are currently looking for a mechanical engineering student to assist in product development of our underwater instruments as well as customization and mobilization of our existing fleet of instruments for field projects around the world.The successful candidate will join a small and energetic multi-disciplinary team of engineers scientists and technicians and will gain hands-on experience in mechanical design and have the opportunity to develop designs from concept through to prototype.

What you will be doing:

The student will report to the Product Development Manager. Duties for this position will include but are not limited to:

• Design and testing of mechanical components and assemblies

• Analysis of failure mechanisms in existing equipment

• Mechanical testing of components/assemblies

• Assistingwith the assembly of equipment for internal projects and for delivery to clients

• Development of associated documentation
  
  

At the end of the internship the student will be expected to:

• Have completed the designprototypingand testing of at least one significant mechanical system/product prototype

• Have documented any assigned prototype testing or failure analysis according to existing company procedures

• Have contributed meaningfully to thenumerousprocurement assembly integration and testing tasks during our typically busy spring and summer

Students will gain the following from working with JASCO:

• Further develop mechanical design knowledge including use of Solidworks

• Develop verbal and written communication skills

• Gain skills in working effectively in a team

• Strengthen their ability to schedule time efficiently

• Confidence in their working ability of using shop tools correctly and safely

• A working knowledge of the machining and fabrication process

What you will bring:

Specific skills the student will be expected todemonstrateover the internship include:

• Mechanical design usingSolidworks

• Correct drafting and markup of mechanical drawings

• Strong verbal communication skills - to interact with co-workerssuppliersand clients in person and over the phone

• Strong written communication skills - to develop design documentation test/trial plans and to document test/trial results

• Ability to schedule time efficiently work independently on tasks and meet deadlines

• The ability to effectively work within a team to understand project requirements and meet common goals

• A working knowledge of using shop tools correctly and safely for the construction of prototypes / proof of concepts

• A working knowledge of machining and fabrication processes for effective mechanical design

COVE is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals who are traditionally underrepresented in the marine sector including women IndigenousPeoplesindividuals from underrepresented racial or ethnic backgrounds and other equity-deserving groups.

To submitan application click Apply.The deadline for submission is 11:59 pm ADTMondayFebruary 11th 2026. We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Required Experience:

Junior IC