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Student Intern (On-Board)

General Dynamics
San Diego, CA Intern
POSTED ON 6/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/3/2026
Job Posting End Date: Until Filled

Shift: 1st

Security Clearance: No Clearance

Summary

This position is intended to provide shipyard exposure to college students dedicated to a program of ship design by acting in the capacity of a minimally skilled helper to production trades. Interns are expected to not only contribute positively to ship production and/or repair through their labor, but also to gain/learn insights to benefit future ship design, construction, and/or repair.

Responsibilities

    • Will be placed in a production trade/organization in new construction organization Steel, Outfitting, On Board, Test and Trials trades or in similar positions in the Repair department. Specific trade/organizational assignments will be made by NASSCO.
    • Job duties will consist of assisting skilled trades personnel in the conduct of their discipline(s), including identifying or retrieving in-process material; interpreting drawings, plans, schedules, and/or lists; recording data; and in some circumstances, could include executing limited skilled trade functions.
    • Job duties may also include fire watch, industrial housekeeping, removal or application of equipment protection, and similar tasks.
    • Depending on business needs, availability, and aptitude, may receive limited training in production skills, department operation, and or shipyard integration.
    • May assist stage and area managers with coordination responsibilities.
Qualifications

    • Applicants must be engaged as a full-time student at an accredited Bachelor of Science degree program.
    • Applicants must demonstrate that completion of a shipyard industrial internship is a non-credit requirement for graduation.
    • Applicants must be recommended for the position by college staff in charge of intern placements.
    • Must be available for and sustain an assignment not less than 37 nor more than 65 working days (including orientation).
PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The essential functions of this role require work in both an office and industrial setting. The role requires prolonged periods of working in a stationary position, operating a computer, computer programs, and standard office equipment necessary to perform the essential duties. The role requires perceiving information and communicating effectively with others in person, online, and on the phone. The role also requires prolonged periods of working in indoor and outdoor industrial settings. Must have the ability to safely access, navigate, and traverse the shipyard, construction areas, production areas, ships, and warehouses. Must be able to transit uneven surfaces and be agile to move quickly to avoid hazards and respond to unexpected obstacles. Must be able to observe, detect, identify, perceive, recognize, and process information to remain alert and timely comply with all safety requirements. Must be able to move, transport, and use equipment necessary to perform the essential duties. Duties performed on ships require ascending and descending stairs and ladders, transiting on scaffolding and at heights, transiting through manholes and other narrow, confined, or congested spaces. This position requires exposure to industrial areas which contain hazardous materials, loud noise (including sirens, horns, chipping, slamming, and hammering), dust, fumes, and exposure to weather.

Pay Rate

$26.54 per hour

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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Call (619) 544-8511 or email nasscohr@nassco.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, not to inquire about the status of applications.

NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Employer

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