Intern, Naval Architecture Intern

The Naval Architecture Intern will support the Hotel Refurbishment team by assisting with drawing reviews, deck plan updates, and feasibility checks for stateroom and public‑space refurbishment projects. They will help validate design packages against shipboard structural constraints and update technical drawings to reflect approved changes. In this role, the intern will join regular design review meetings, contribute to redline drawing packages, and support documentation needed for ship visits and vendor coordination. They will gain hands‑on experience interpreting ship structures, understanding vessel systems that influence refurbishment feasibility, and collaborating with Interior Design, Technical Operations, and shipboard teams. Their work will directly improve the accuracy and efficiency of refurbishment projects across the fleet. Expected outcomes include updated drawing sets, documented feasibility assessments, redline packages, and a final internship project summarizing their contributions to a live refurbishment initiative.

Essential Functions:

• Validate and adapt technical drawings from one vessel to another for a large‑scale refurbishment project.
• Support feasibility checks by identifying shiptoship differences that impact design accuracy or construction planning.
• Assist with maintaining version control and documentation standards for drawing packages used across the project.
• Participate in design review meetings with Hotel Refurbishment, Interior Design, and Technical Operations teams.
• Build proficiency in interpreting ship structures, vessel systems, and naval architecture constraints that influence refurbishment design.
• Develop skills in technical drawing review, redlining, and spatial evaluation within a maritime engineering environment.

Qualifications:

• Current undergraduate student pursuing Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering.
• Prior internship or project experience involving technical drawings, CAD tools, or engineering documentation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Understanding of SOLAS regulations

Summer 2027 Internship Program Are you ready to set sail on an exceptional career journey? Carnival Corporation’s North America Internship Program offers students the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work, build professional skills, and gain firsthand exposure to the cruise and travel industry. Each intern is hired into and works directly with one brand, department, and team while participating in a shared, location-based internship experience with interns from across Carnival Corporation’s North America brands. Program Details

• Program Length: 10 weeks
• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Work Arrangement: In-office
• Compensation: Competitive hourly wage provided
• East Coast Cohort: June 1–August 5, 2027, based in Doral or Fort Lauderdale, Florida
• West Coast Cohort: June 14–August 20, 2027, based in Seattle, Washington

Candidates must be available for the full dates of the cohort associated with their internship location. Limited time away may be accommodated, but candidates should not anticipate missing more than two to three workdays. Any extended vacation or significant scheduling conflict should be discussed during the recruitment process. Your Internship Experience

• Meaningful Work: Contribute to real projects and business priorities while gaining exposure to the day-to-day work of the assigned team.
• Professional Development: Participate in structured learning opportunities designed to strengthen workplace, career, and leadership skills.
• Mentorship and Support: Receive guidance, feedback, and support from leaders and professionals throughout the experience.
• Networking: Build relationships with fellow interns, employees, and leaders across participating brands and functions.
• Cohort Experience: Participate in location-based programming and activities with interns from across Carnival Corporation.
• Project Showcase: Present internship work, outcomes, and key learnings as part of a location-based showcase at the conclusion of the program.

The internship program is designed to develop future talent and provide students with meaningful exposure to the organization. Strong performance may lead to consideration for future full-time, rotational, or other Emerging Talent opportunities based on business needs and available positions; however, participation does not guarantee future employment. Base Hourly Range: $25 to $30. The range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. Final base salary is directly related to each candidates' qualifications and experience uniquely. This is a hybrid position, based in our Seattle office. Candidates must be comfortable coming into the office 4 days/week (currently Monday - Thursday)

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