Intern, Business Analyst (4 Months)

Job Description Through the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS), the Government of Canada has embarked on one of the largest procurement projects since the Second World War. The NSS is a nation‑building effort to create a sustainable Canadian shipbuilding industry, secure long‑term job opportunities and build the next generation of ships for the Canadian Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy. Through its NSS‑related work, Seaspan Shipyards is owning the redevelopment of our domestic shipbuilding industry on the West Coast and delivering on the promise of ships built in Canada, by Canadians.

Reporting to the HR Transformation Project Manager, the Intern, Business Analyst supports HR transformation initiatives by documenting and analyzing business processes across multiple HR and other business functions. Working closely with business stakeholders, this role is responsible for capturing current and future state process flows, identifying pain points, and contributing to the development of standardized operating procedures. The Business Analyst I will receive mentorship and guidance from experienced project leaders, with opportunities to develop practical skills in process mapping, stakeholder engagement, and data‑driven analysis while contributing to meaningful, enterprise‑wide initiatives.

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on‑site based at 889 Harbourside Drive, North Vancouver. What You’ll Do Participate in process discovery workshops to capture current and future state workflows using swimlane (cross‑functional) diagrams. Document business process pain points, gaps, and improvement opportunities identified during stakeholder discussions.

Support the development and maintenance of a centralized repository of process maps and standard operating procedures. Assist in gathering and analyzing data to support root cause analysis and process improvement initiatives. Elicit and document business requirements for enhancements to HR reports and dashboards.

Ensure process documentation is aligned with other ongoing HR transformation initiatives. Collaborate with team members to validate and refine process documentation. Work closely with the Project Manager and team members to learn and apply business analysis techniques in a structured project environment.

What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources, Management Information Systems, or a related field. 0–1 years of relevant experience (internship or co‑op experience considered an asset). Exposure to process mapping, business analysis, or project work is an asset. Basic understanding of process mapping concepts (e.g., swimlane diagrams).

Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Visio, MIRO, or similar is an asset. Strong attention to detail and ability to organize information clearly. Analytical mindset with an interest in problem‑solving and continuous improvement.

Strong communication skills with a willingness to engage and learn from stakeholders. Ability to work in a structured environment while managing multiple tasks. Benefits A supportive learning environment, great team culture and hands‑on experience and training.

Opportunity to grow your career and connect with like‑minded students. Complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday for employees using transit, with various pick‑up and drop‑off points around North Vancouver. We require a full‑time commitment Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week with an hourly rate of $28.00/hour.

Start Date of Internship: Tuesday, September 8th, 2026. End Date of Internship: Friday, December 18th, 2026 (4 months). About Us: Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America’s most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life‑cycle maintenance work for Canada’s Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise‑ships and deep‑sea vessels.

Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards. This position may involve defense articles and/or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the U.S.

Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.

Employment Equity: Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr