Vard Group

Ålesund

Silje Vedvik Heiberg

HR Business Partner, Vard Design & Engineering

Helene Dyb Aarøe

HR Business Partner & Recruitment Specialist

VARD is one of the major global designers and shipbuilders of specialized vessels. VARD is aiming to lead the green and technological transition in maritime operations and&nbsp;offer you a trainee position joining us on our future quest for zero emission ships. Through our specialized companies, VARD develops power and automation systems, deck handling equipment, and vessel accommodation solutions, and provides design and engineering services to the global maritime industry.&nbsp;Together with our shareholder Fincantieri S.p.A. Italy, we have unique strengths and competitive advantages.We offer you to be a part of our innovative team consisting of highly skilled and enthusiastic employees where our core values empower us and drive us forward.&nbsp;As a trainee in VARD you will gain hands-on experience and the opportunity to develop your knowledge and experience in a global environment. In cooperation with the Norwegian Shipowners association, we offer a well-established 18-month Trainee program starting in August 2026, where you get to combine hands-on working with five academic modules hosted in Norway, Copenhagen, Singapore and London. More information can be found at the website <a href="https://www.maritimetrainee.no/">https://www.maritimetrainee.no/</a>.Applications will be processed consecutively, so do not hesitate to apply if you are interested. If you want to know more, please contact us or visit our stand at NTNU Trondheim 16. october. We will also participate at the recruitment event organized by the Maritime Trainee Program in Trondheim 24. September.&nbsp; 
<h2>Duties and responsibilities</h2>
In order to gain a broad experience within the organization, the trainee go through a program within 3 of our Business areas, e.g.:<ul><li>Design and Engineering</li><li>Planning and&nbsp;Project execution</li><li>Ship Building Production</li><li>Innovation and Technology development</li></ul>
<h2>Qualifications</h2>
We are preferably looking for MSc graduates or newly graduated MSc within the fields of:<ul><li>Ship Design</li><li>Marine Engineering</li><li>Structural Engineering</li><li>Mechanical Engineering</li><li>Hydro dynamics</li><li>Renewable energy</li><li>Other similar professions for the Maritime Industry</li></ul>Fluent English-skills is a demand.VARD works systematically for inclusion and diversity and encourage everyone to apply, even if your competence does not match 100% the above.&nbsp;
<h2>Personal qualities</h2>
It is important that the trainee shows interest to learn and experience the maritime industry. Other personal qualities are: <ul><li>Maritime industry knowledge or interest</li><li>Flexible, systematic, structured</li><li>Prefer a work environment with variety and high speed</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Good communications skills and the ability to work well in teams</li><li>Identify yourself with the VARD values <a href="https://www.vard.com/about-us/our-values">Craftmanship, Salesmanship and Fellowship</a></li></ul>
<h2>We can offer</h2>
<ul><li>We offer participation in the Maritime Trainee program from August 2026, for 18 months</li><li>Permanent employment in a VARD company</li><li>Internal mentor to support your development</li><li>Salary according to the benchmark in the Maritime Trainee Program</li><li>VARD Social activities to integrate as part of our OneTeam</li><li>A good working environment with exciting and important tasks in an international environment</li><li>Competitive pension scheme and insurance package</li><li>Subsidized lunch in the office canteen</li><li>Subsidized membership at the gym</li><li>Flexible work from home policy</li><li>Free mobile phone usage and subsidized internet at home</li><li>Central office location and free parking</li><li>We understand the importance of continuous learning and we strive to give you the chance to gain new skills and further develop your career&nbsp;</li></ul>

Maritime Trainee - 2026