Software Development Intern (Full-time)

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.

The Opportunity
The Software Development Intern will work on the Digital Harbour project, a cutting-edge initiative at COVE focused on the development of a common set of physical and digital infrastructure to facilitate research, commercialization, and innovation. The vision of Digital Harbour is a harbour maximizing collaboration. The Intern will support Digital Harbour platform testing, feature integration, and software development to enhance the platforms capabilities. This position is ideal for a post-secondary Computer Science student interested in applying their technical skills to real-world challenges in the marine sector.

This internship is full-time paid employment from Sept - Dec 2025.

What You'll Do:

• Test and debug Digital Harbour platform features.
• Integrate new functionalities, ensuring interoperability within the platform.
• Develop and optimize software components to improve system performance.
• Collaborate with industry partners to refine platform usability and address technical challenges.
• Document testing processes, findings, and recommendations for system improvements.
• Represent COVE in all areas of work and delivery.
• Ensure compliance with COVEs policies and procedures, including human resources, safety, and operational standards.
  
• Take on additional responsibilities as required to support the success and growth of COVEs programs and strategic initiatives.
  

What You Bring

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Students from other disciplines may be considered but must demonstrate relevant experience in software development.
• Typically suited for second-year undergraduate students and above, based on the required technical skillsets.
• Experience with Javascript, SQL, Python, and AWS is considered an asset.
  
• An understanding of software testing principles and debugging techniques.
• Knowledge of software deployment and maintenance practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to support documentation, peer collaboration, and participation in team discussions.
• Capable of managing project deadlines, prioritizing tasks, and staying organized in a dynamic and fast paced work environment.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability to engage constructively with peers and mentors to collaboratively work through technical challenges.
  

Additional Assets:

• Direct experience in the technology or marine sector.

Working at COVE

At our core, we are a team driven by our passion for empowering marine tech innovators, serving as unwavering advocates for every visionary who walks through our doors. Integrity, creativity, and diversity are not just values to us - they are the bedrock of our identity. We thrive within an integrated team environment, where collective efforts culminate in tangible results. Embracing diversity in our workforce is paramount for fostering genuine collaboration and fulfilling the impactful responsibilities we hold within our community. We cultivate a workplace culture that celebrates individual differences, ensuring that each person's unique talents and strengths are fully recognized, appreciated, and utilized.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to learn and make an impact by working for a dynamic, growing company on meaningful projects that find solutions to real-life problems.
  
• Team wide bonding activities and casual work environment.
• Tech focused office location, convenient via transit and bike paths.
• Learning and growth opportunities.
• Project-based learning opportunity in Nova Scotia.
• Networking opportunities - immersed in the vibrant marine tech ecosystem at COVE!

Talent Pool

As part of our ongoing recruitment efforts, we continually identify candidates who demonstrate the skills, experience, and potential to contribute to our organization. By submitting your application, you will be considered for current and future opportunities that match your qualifications and interests.

Should your profile align with our current or future needs, a member of our recruitment team may reach out to you to discuss potential opportunities and to further assess your fit for specific roles within our organization.

We are committed to ensuring accommodations are made available to persons with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes and will provide reasonable accommodation upon request.

We offer an excellent working environment where life balance is valued. Our people and their commitment to quality work is what drives our success. You can find out more information about COVE atwww.coveocean.com.

To be considered for this position, please apply online by clicking Apply. We are reviewing applications live as they are submitted. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.