Project Management Intern - Internal Classification system in Belfast

Navantia UK is a new force in British industry, supporting the UK’s defence, energy and maritime ambitions. We’re doing this by creating state‑of‑the‑art sovereign defence capabilities, investing in the UK to modernise industrial facilities, and bolstering the nation's energy security. Established in 2022, Navantia UK is a subsidiary of Navantia SA, a Spanish state‑owned company with over 300 years of naval shipbuilding history. In January 2025, Navantia UK completed the acquisition of Harland & Wolff and its four historic facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil, and Arnish. By combining Harland & Wolff’s proud heritage and facilities with Navantia’s global expertise, Navantia UK is well‑positioned to strengthen Britain’s defence, maritime and energy industrial capabilities, supporting jobs and economic growth across the UK.

Paid Internship Opportunity – Project Management (Internal Classification System)

Department: Project Management

Duration: Six‑week paid placement

Eligibility: 1st or 2nd year undergraduate students (Business, Project Management, Information Management, Data Analytics or related fields)

Navantia UK/Harland & Wolff is offering a six‑week paid internship within our Project Management department, giving an undergraduate student the chance to gain hands‑on experience while contributing to a meaningful internal improvement project. This placement focuses on developing a structured classification framework to enhance consistency, organisation and usability across internal business systems.

About the Role

Working closely with the Project Management team, the intern will review existing internal systems and help design a clear, practical classification structure. This work will support better organisation of information and improve how teams access and use internal resources. This role is ideal for students with strong organisational skills and confidence using IT tools such as Excel, Word and Outlook.

Key Responsibilities

• Review internal systems, folders and processes to understand current information structures.
• Develop a clear and consistent classification framework for internal use.
• Create naming conventions, navigation maps and governance recommendations.
• Document findings, insights and proposed improvements.
• Engage with team members to gather feedback and understand operational needs.
• Present the completed system and recommendations in a final handover session.

What You Will Gain

• Produced a functional classification framework with supporting documentation.
• Gained insight into optimal information storage and version‑control practices.
• Developed skills in analysis, organisation, communication and project coordination.
• Experienced how project teams plan improvements and collaborate across departments.
• Contributed to a piece of work with lasting value to the business.

This internship offers:

• Experience working within a professional project management environment.
• Exposure to internal business systems and structured improvement processes.
• Opportunities to develop transferable skills including problem‑solving, organisation and communication.
• Increased confidence in applying university learning to real‑world business challenges.

Ideal Candidate

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyse information and identify patterns or inconsistencies.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with others.
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and learning new systems.
• Professional attitude and ability to handle information sensitively and appropriately.

Candidates should be in their first or second year of an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject such as business, management, project management, information management, data analytics or a related discipline.

We are an Opening Doors employer, committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace. Our approach, shaped by our values of service, trust, excellence, agility, dedication, and you, we focus on removing barriers and recognising potential. We are committed to fairness at every stage, including providing reasonable adjustments and actively working to eliminate discrimination. We believe talent is everywhere, and by widening access to opportunity and welcoming diverse experiences, we aim to create a workplace where every person feels valued and has an equal chance.

If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on‑line please contact us at people.skills@harland‑wolff.com and one of the team will be in contact to help you.