Business Intern (COVE Internship Program)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $22/hour

Business Intern

COVE

Dartmouth, NS

Who is COVE?

COVE is a tech hub and commercialization partner home to more than 400 organizations that use its facilities,servicesand programs.COVE brings together industry, academia and government to accelerate marine technology development and commercialization - from seabed to space - ensuring resilient supply chains built with Canadian solutions. Through its vast international network, COVE has been at the forefront of providing invaluable networking opportunities, fostering connections, and leading discussions within the global marine technology community.

COVE spearheads programs aimed at nurturing talent,expeditingthe release of technology products, and bolstering the success of emerging ventures by startups, scaleups, and SMEs. These initiatives, coupled with COVE's ability to harness diverse skills andexpertisenationally within the innovation ecosystem, serve as an enabler for overcoming industry challenges, driving economic growth, and delivering value to investors.

As COVE experiences rapid expansion, we are activelyseekingto expand our team to further bolster our transformational influence on the marine sector. We recognize that our journey toward this goal hinges on the strength of our team-a group of individuals who collaborate, innovate, and continually strive for excellence. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey of discovery and advancement.

What is the COVE Internship Program?

We are looking for bright, talented individuals at the post-secondary level, interested in the marine sector, who are looking to gain valuable, hands-on work experience. You will be placed with a host company in the marine sector and will be working on a core project for their business. Projects areinterdisciplinaryand students will be collaborating closely with other students and staff from different disciplines.

• Internship Eligibility:

• • Open to post-secondary students across all disciplines (i.e.Environmental Sciences, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Marketing and Communications, etc.)

• • Students must be actively enrolled in a post-secondary program at the time of the summer internship

• • Based on the required skillsets, placements are typically geared towards second-year undergraduate students and above

• • Collaborative self-starter

• • Open to learning

• • Have experience or an interest in the marine sector

• • International students must be eligible to work in Canada and have a valid study/work permit

• Program Highlights:

• • 16-week full-time paid (min. $22/hr) employment from May-August 2026

• • Project-based learning opportunity with a host company in Nova Scotia

• • Professional development sessions

• • Mentorship from industry professionals

• • Networking opportunities

The Opportunity:

The COVE internship program is a collaboration with numerous companies that are leaders in the marine and marine technology sector. We are diligent in placing students in a role with a company that is well aligned with their discipline of study, skill set, and future career ambitions. Canadas marine sector is growing and thriving and contributes millions of dollars to our national economy on an annual basis. COVE is seeking business students who are Canadas best and brightest to be part of this phenomenal growth.

What you will bring:

• Experience with corporate intranets, content management systems, and filesharing tools (e.g., SharePoint, Confluence, Google Workspace).
• Familiarity with CRM platforms such as HubSpot, Salesforce, or equivalent systems.
• Strong analytical, research, and datahandling skills, including proficiency with Excel or other business tools.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for internal and external audiences.
• Collaborative team player with an interest in contributing to positive marine impact.
• Selfmotivated individual with emerging project management abilities.
• Previous experience in a marine or coastal environment considered an asset.
  

COVE is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals who are traditionally underrepresented in the marine sector, including women, Indigenous Peoples,individuals from underrepresented racial or ethnic backgrounds, and other equity-deserving groups.

To submitan application, click Apply.The deadline for submission is 11:59 pm ADT, Wednesday, February 11th, 2026. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.