Technical Trainees 2026 - Ship Classification

Overview

Technical Trainees 2026 – Ship Classification at DNV. This program is designed for graduates who want to start their careers in the Maritime business and join the Technical Trainee Program starting August 2026. The program lasts 16 months and includes modules with international exposure to ship classification operations.

About Us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence. As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

The Role

Ship Classification is the backbone of our Maritime business, delivering trusted approval, verification, and certification services for vessels and components worldwide. The Approval Centre, with teams in Gdynia, Hamburg, and Oslo (Høvik), offers a professional and collaborative environment where you can grow your expertise and make an impact in the maritime industry.

We are primarily hiring graduates with relevant master program specializations and will select candidates based on business needs aligned with your education, experience, and background. Please indicate your master program specialization and / or main area of study during the application process.

What to Expect as a Technical Trainee

• The program lasts 16 months and is split into three- or four-month modules to give you a solid start in Ship Classification. Modules will cover daily operations and you will work within different, relevant technical disciplines; 4–6 months may be abroad.
• You will be part of our Maritime organizations and will participate in the daily life of surveyors, approval engineers, and technical support, working with experienced colleagues to gain valuable technical experience.
• You will become familiar with DNV’s culture and organization, expand your network, and gain relevant work experience. It will be engaging, challenging, and rewarding.

Requirements and Profile

Applications and Contacts

Please register your CV and attachments electronically, include your diplomas and transcripts with your cover letter, and ensure the application is in English. Only applications with all requested attachments submitted through the portal will be considered. Application deadline : 7 October 2025.

For more information about the role or questions, contact :

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity. Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential; background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.

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