Summer Internship - Hybrid Engineering & Technology

Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world’s widest portfolio and service network, we – Wärtsilians - deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that approximately 80% of world trade is carried by sea?

We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together. Are you ready to jump onboard?

Would you like to work in a company that values you, supports your growth, and focuses on innovation & sustainability? Welcome to Wärtsilä!
 
We are hiring 4 students from all technical business fields to work with us in different positions, located in Stord or Trondheim, Norway. 
 
We are always on the lookout for talents that share our values on decarbonisation and drive to develop – want to join the ride this summer?
 
What you will be doing
All work in Engineering and Technology is guided by the Wärtsilä Way as well as our task-related targets, safety guidelines, and quality standards. Continuous development and innovation are a part of daily tasks, so you will also get the chance to help us develop our operations within your responsibility area.
 
We are looking for motivated, curious, and solution-focused students that share our ambitions towards decarbonisation and making a difference. We value team players with the ability to cooperate in an environment that supports diversity and inclusion.  

Hybrid engineering and technology cover departments like Research & Development and Energy & Power Management Systems, and your work assignments can be related to:

• System integration of electrical solutions
• Switchboards, transformers, electrical machines (generators and motors), frequency converters (drives) and batteries
• Hybrid Automation & Controls
• Software development (PLC, computers, HMI)
• Modelling and simulation (MATLAB/Simulink, Python)
• Sustainable Fuels & Decarbonisation
• Research on hybrid power solutions
• And much more

As an ideal candidate, you have:

• On-going studies in a relevant field (B.Sc. Or M.Sc. in Control engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Information Technology, Energy Technology, Software Development)
• Written and spoken fluency in English & good communication and documentation skills.
• Active, result-oriented attitude towards work and the ability to see the big picture.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Systematic, analytical and detail-focused way of working.
• An ability to work independently and effectively on multiple tasks.
• Experience with some software tools: Matlab/Simulink, PLC’s, AutoCAD, .NET/C#, Python, or any similar.

Please note that mentioned knowledge and skills are examples and applicable to different roles. You are not expected to cover all of these. 
 

Why you and us? 

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative. 

We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition? 

We have an amazing team and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future. 

Contact & next steps 

We hope to hear from you soon, by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout. 

For further questions please reach out to Ronny Onarheim(ronny.onarheim@wartsila.com) and Geirmund Mæland(geirmund.meland@wartsila.com)with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to). 

Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy!

Please note that the summer job positions are for students only.
 

Last application date: 31/03/2025 

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities. 

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com. 

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