Summer students for summer project 2026

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Group functions
Group functions in DNV are experts on finance and accounting, human resources, communication and sustainability, legal, tax and compliance – providing company-wide support, governance and strategic projects. Group also includes our strategic Research and Development unit, which provides science-based insights and foresight to tackle transformations and challenges across the industries we serve.

About the role

Supporting Biodiversity in the Ocean Space

Objective: Creating nature-positive impacts

Scope: How can DNV support the development of methods and tools that enable measurable, nature-positive outcomes in marine environments?

Reversing global nature loss by 2030 is no longer just an ambition—it’s a necessity. With the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework signed by nearly 200 countries in 2022, and the Paris Agreement driving climate action, the world could move toward a climate-neutral, nature-positive, and resilient future. But to get there, we need bold ideas, practical tools, and fresh perspectives.

At DNV, we invite students to join us in developing innovative solutions that integrate biodiversity into project planning and operations. This summer, you’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team exploring how ecological insights can shape sustainable business strategies and real-world decisions. You’ll investigate market trends and regulatory developments, analyze how industries like offshore wind and aquaculture can adapt, and identify opportunities for nature-positive innovation. By building business cases for biodiversity-enhancing interventions—such as seaweed farming or marine habitat restoration—you’ll help quantify potential ecological and economic benefits. Engaging with potential customers and stakeholders will be key to understanding their needs and exploring collaboration opportunities.

You’ll have the opportunity to connect with DNV’s experts in marine ecology, maritime operations, engineering, and data science, combining technical knowledge with environmental insight to co-create solutions that are both scientifically sound and commercially viable.

Example project ideas include:

• AI-Driven Mapping: Develop a system to locate vulnerable and valuable marine habitats using satellite data and machine learning.
• Valuation Tool: Create a method or software to quantify the ecological and economic value of marine ecosystems.
• Scenario Modeling: Build models to predict biodiversity outcomes of planned interventions, helping stakeholders make informed decisions.

Joining the summer project of 2026 gives you the chance to contribute to global sustainability goals while gaining hands-on experience in environmental consulting, technology development, and stakeholder engagement. Your work could help shape the tools and strategies that guide industries toward a nature-positive future.

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What we offer

Reasons to work with us:

• Valuable and real-life experience through our projects
• Meet other young professionals through established networks and informal events
• Opportunity to build a professional network
• Well-equipped exercise center (Høvik)
• Close access to the sea and surrounding park with possibility for different outdoor activities
• Our Høvik office is located in beautiful surroundings by the sea and can offer access to sailboats, kayaks, tennis courts etc. We have more than 30 activity groups for you to join, as well as gym facilities and a kindergarten located on our premises. It is also worth noting that we offer free parking and shuttle buses to and from Skøyen, Lysaker and Sandvika.

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

About you

Student background:

• Sustainability
• (Social) economics
• Finance/business
• Data scientist/AI/modelling
• GIS/geospatial
• Cybernetic
• Process development
• Innovation and sustainability
• Marine biology
• Biology
• Environmental Engineering
• Aquaculture

Topics:

Sustainability, environmental accounts, marine biology, geospatial, AI, cumulative impacts, spatial analysis, system models, nature risk, nature inclusive design, aquaculture, restauration, finance, social economics, data modelling, nature science, cybernetic, data technology

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices..

Interested? How to apply:

To be considered for this role, please register your CV, application letter, and grade transcripts in our application tracking system (Oracle) electronically. All documents should be in English, if possible. If you choose to apply for more than one role in DNV, please state your preference in the application letter.

Application deadline: 14.10.2025. We will evaluate your application after the deadline.

Any questions? Please contact Kathrine Løvlimo, Head of Section, kathrine.lovlimo@dnv.com

We are ready to receive your application – so apply now!

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!

About Group functions

Group functions in DNV are experts on finance and accounting, human resources, communication and sustainability, legal, tax and compliance – providing company-wide support, governance and strategic projects. Group also includes our strategic Research and Development unit, which provides science-based insights and foresight to tackle transformations and challenges across the industries we serve.