COVE's Internship Program is an exciting opportunity for post-secondary students from all disciplines to gain experience in the marine technology sector

Discover Your Future with COVE’s Summer Internship Program

Launch your career in marine technology! Nova Scotia’s leading companies are seeking students from diverse fields—engineering, finance, computer science, business management, marketing, and communications—for exciting and rewarding career opportunities.

About the Program

Our 16-week paid internship is open to post-secondary students in Nova Scotia from all disciplines, including Environmental Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Marketing, and Communications.

What You’ll Gain

  • Paid Experience: Full-time employment at $22/hour from May to August.
  • Hands-On Learning: Work on real-world projects with a host company in Nova Scotia.
  • Professional Development: Attend sessions designed to boost your skills.
  • Mentorship: Learn from industry leaders.
  • Networking Opportunities: Access exclusive industry events.

Eligibility

To apply, you must:

  • Be actively enrolled in a post-secondary program during the internship.
  • Be a motivated, collaborative self-starter eager to learn.

Note: Placements are generally suited for students in their second year or higher, depending on required skill sets.

Key Dates

  • Application Deadline: February 2, 2025
  • Internship Period: May 5 – August 23, 2025

Internships by Company

Vessel Insights Analyst Sensor Technology Ocean Technologist / Geo Surveying Technician Ocean Technologist Centre for Marine Applied Research (CMAR) Open Ocean Robotics Merinov Hawboldt Industries JASCO Data Pipeline COVE SEATAC Dalhousie University Ocean Technology Council of Nova Scotia (OTCNS)