Naval Architecture/Marine Engineering Intern - Spring 2027
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Junior Software Engineering role at CACI. Washington · part-time · $45,900–$91,900 base.
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What you'll do
- Develop concepts and detailed designs for ships, onboard systems, and related equipment
- Use design software to create ship plans, drawings, and analytical models
- Check whether proposed designs are feasible and assess key components or performance with analysis tools
- Write up findings and conclusions, applying applicable customer, regulatory, military, commercial, and classification rules
What you bring
- You are pursuing a bachelor's degree in naval architecture, marine engineering, or ocean engineering
- You understand methods for assessing and predicting ship-system performance, including CAD and CAE use in design
- You must be a US citizen and able to obtain and keep a security clearance
Who this fits
This part-time internship suits a student seeking hands-on ship design and analysis work with project teams and stakeholders. The role is based in Washington, DC, and is hybrid; travel is not required.
From the employer
The Opportunity:
CACI is seeking a Naval Architect/Marine Engineering Intern in our Washington, DC office to perform design and analysis of new and existing ships and ship systems.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop and analyze new ships and ship system concepts.
- Develop designs for current and conceptualized ships, systems and equipment. Use design software to prepare plans, drawings and analytical models. Support evaluation of designs for feasibility.
- Analyze critical elements or performance of the design using analytic tools. Prepare reports of results and conclusions.
- Identify and apply regulatory and customer standards, commercial and military standards, as well as classification society rules, to ship designs and modifications
Qualifications:
Required:
- Currently enrolled and studying for Bachelor's Degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or Ocean Engineering
- Understanding of ship system performance assessment and prediction methods, especially utilizing computer assisted design (CAD) and computer aided engineering (CAE) software in the design process.
- Strong organization and time management skills.
- Good interpersonal skills to work with project teams and stakeholders.
- Must be a US citizen and have ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
- Skills in Microsoft Office -Good written and verbal (English) communication skills.
Desired:
- Minimum of a 3.0 GPA
- Previous related experience
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$45,900 - $91,900CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
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