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Job Description
ABS Interns are integrated into ABS business operations and will experience various aspects of engineering review, technical problem solving, and/or research and development. Interns will work with a designated advisor to learn and develop skills relating to ABS core business functions while also assisting ABS with key deliverables. It is expected that interns will be assigned multiple projects for their respective department throughout the course of their internship. Interns will work at the ABS corporate headquarters in Spring, TX.
Interns at ABS engage in a 3-month assignment in which they are provided the opportunity to:
- Participate in active, on-the-job training.
- Enhance scholastic knowledge through exposure to high-level research and
- Encounter challenging projects.
- Engage in a meaningful connection with fellow cohort mates.
- Build relationships and network with senior professionals.
- Accelerate professional training and development in engineering.
In addition, ABS interns will participate in some of the following professional opportunities:
- Interns may provide engineering support in the form of design review and analysis assignments typically involving a major project or several smaller, less complex projects. Projects will vary in the nature of their complexity and difficulty.
- Under the supervision of an experienced engineer or engineering manager, interns may assist with detailed engineering review of plans as assigned for compliance with applicable Rules, Regulations, and contract commitments.
- Communicate the status of the current workload to all appropriate members of the team to ensure that the needs of the clients will be met.
- May propose technical advice to field operations and other technical offices.
- May propose new approaches to problems encountered and make recommendations for changes in methods, procedures, or designs.
- May assist in the development of business performance metrics including the development and implementation of an ongoing business performance monitoring program, and the periodic analysis of operating results to determine causes, trends, etc.
- May assist with the writing and presentation of technical papers and reports concerning areas of expertise and work performed.
- May assist with Rule development projects as assigned.
- Interns may collaborate with digital teams and with other departments such as services, class, project management, commercial operations, etc.
- Intern may assist with data collection efforts for data quality improvement, in both existing and new data streams to support overall business goals.
What You Will Need:
- Must be available to work a full internship term (Summer: May - August)
- Valid US Driver’s License required
- U.S. Citizen status
- Cumulative GPA of 2.75
- Basic engineering knowledge; proficiency in Excel and AutoCad is preferred
- As an engineering track intern, candidates must be a full-time student currently enrolled in an accredited university and pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in one of the following engineering disciplines: Civil, Mechanical, Ocean, Marine, Electrical or Naval Architecture.
- Needs to be familiar with the ABS Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Management System.
Additional Information:
Candidates selected for the Summer Internship Program will be provided housing and a vehicle for the duration of their internship if not currently based in Houston-area.
About Us
We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.
ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We’re at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.
Equal Opportunity
ABS Bureau is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.
Notice
ABS and Affiliated Companies (ABS) will not pay a fee to any third-party agency without a valid ABS Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, CV, application, or other forms of candidate submission provided to any employee of ABS without a valid MSA on file will be considered property of ABS, and no fee will be paid.
Other
This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job. #ogjs
