Engineering Undergraduate Summer Internship
// Role Summary
Embark on a summer internship at Devonport Royal Dockyard, gaining hands-on experience with advanced naval technology and contributing to real engineering projects. This is a unique opportunity to develop skills, build connections, and potentially secure a place on a graduate programme.
// Key Responsibilities
- Gain practical experience in technical engineering, project management, and production.
- Work on impactful projects at the largest naval base in Western Europe.
- Collaborate with teams maintaining and developing critical dockyard infrastructure.
- Opportunity to be considered for a graduate programme upon successful completion.
- Requires studying a STEM-based degree.
- Must be able to achieve and maintain BPSS and SC security clearance.
// Role Specification
About the Role
This Engineering Undergraduate Summer Internship programme offers a unique opportunity to work hands-on with cutting-edge naval technology at Devonport Royal Dockyard, the largest naval base in Western Europe. From day one, you will be involved in real projects that contribute to national defence and maritime capability. You will gain valuable experience across various departments including technical engineering, project management, and production, collaborating with teams that maintain and develop the dockyard’s infrastructure to support the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and the Royal Navy.
What You'll Experience
Our expanding Engineering teams work closely with both UK and overseas customers, integrating advanced technology into existing vessels and shaping the future of naval design. Whether supporting upgrades to operational ships or contributing to innovative new builds, your work will play a vital role. This internship is more than just work experience; it's a chance to immerse yourself in life at Babcock, build meaningful connections, and develop skills for your future career. You will be supported by experienced professionals and encouraged to bring your fresh perspectives and innovative ideas. Performing well could lead to consideration for our graduate programme.
What You'll Need
- Currently studying a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Maths (STEM) based degree.
- Eligibility for and ability to obtain and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) security clearance. Please note that nationality, citizenship, or residency status may impact programme eligibility due to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions.
Application Process
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and early submission is recommended as the programme may close early if high interest is received. Please apply for only one programme. If your chosen programme becomes oversubscribed, you may be contacted to discuss alternative eligible programmes.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and welcome discussions about any adjustments or support needed throughout the application process. Please contact accesshelp@babcockinternational.com to discuss your requirements. We are also happy to discuss flexible working arrangements at the interview stage.