Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Intern

All locations
  • Houston, TX, United States
  • Medford, MA, United States
  • Oakland, CA, United States
Business:
Maritime
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Temporary Staff
Job ID:
3639
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Overview

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 the role

Are you interested in gaining hands-on experience in advancing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and contributing to a more inclusive workplace this summer?

The DNV North America DEI Program Management Office is seeking a DEI Summer Intern to join our team in Summer of 2025. This role will focus on developing communications, learning content, and presentations, as well as leveraging data and data analytics for storytelling.

The DEI Summer Intern role will be a dynamic hybrid schedule where employees will typically spend three (3) days per week working from either the Katy, TX; Medford, MA; or Oakland, CA USA offices. The role will report directly into the North America DEI Program Management Leader based in our Katy, TX office. Further details regarding role-specific requirements and location will be covered during the interview process.

What You’ll Do

The DEI Intern’s primary role will be to support the North America DEI Program Management Leader with the design, execution, evaluation and communication of programs, initiatives, and projects that help foster a more inclusive, equitable workplace culture, in alignment with our organizational strategy, global DEI ambition, and regional DEI goals.

  • Program Support: Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of DEI programs and initiatives.
  • Research and Analysis: Conduct research on best practices and trends in DEI and provide actionable recommendations to enhance DNV's DEI strategy.
  • Event Coordination: Support the planning and execution of DEI events, workshops, and training sessions.
  • Communication: Design and develop DEI-related content for communications, including newsletters, social media, and internal announcements.
  • Data Management: Assist in collecting, analyzing, and reporting DEI-related data and metrics, striving to transforming data into compelling, visual stories.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including our seven Employee Resource Group (ERG) leadership team and our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) team, to promote DEI initiatives and foster an inclusive culture.

DNV’s commitment to DEI is a both an ethical choice and a business decision. DNV has employees from 116 nationalities working in 100 countries. We recruit the best people regardless of their background, and we see DEI within our workforce as a way of delivering excellence to our customers.

We understand that well-managed diverse and inclusive teams can identify and capture more opportunities and manage more risks than homogenous teams. We are actively working to improve DEI at all levels of our company.

What we offer
  • Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
  • Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
  • Spending accounts – FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
  • Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
  • Education reimbursement program
  • Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
  • Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
  • Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
  • Career advancement opportunities

    **Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**

For California, Washington, New York, Washington, D.C., Illinois, and Maryland: “DNV provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. The actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. For the states of California, Washington, New York, Washington, D.C., Illinois, and Maryland only, the starting pay range for this role is $25-$30/hour.

DNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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About you

What is Required

  • Currently pursuing a degree in in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Sociology, Communications, Psychology or a related field.
  • Understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles and trends.
  • Strong cultural competence skills.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team.
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills
  • We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening.

What is Preferred

  • Experience with graphic design, video editing, data analysis, and/or graphing tools.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
  • Cover letters are encouraged to be added to the application, but not required.

**Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position**

Projects and case studies

Our work helps pioneering companies and covers latest trends, regulations, initiatives to develop solutions to the most complex challenges the maritime industry is facing.

Remote surveys

By using an online or video link to the vessel, our dedicated remote surveyors can support vessels anywhere in the world.

Maritime Digital Twin

The cloud-based digital twin is a virtual image of customers’ assets, maintained through the lifecycle and easily accessible at any time.

Maritime Cyber Security

Cyber security is an important topic for the maritime industries due to rapid digital change that come with new threats and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

Profit Share

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.

Personal Development

You’ll have a lot of opportunities to learn and grow. Whether it’s building your network, having resources to plan and realise your career goals or enjoying genuine freedom to satisfy your curiosity, we’ll make sure you’re always growing and developing.

Purpose-led organization

You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.

401(k)

DNV provides the option for eligible employees to enroll in our professional managed 401(k) plan. We’ll match up to a percentage of employee elected investment, which will become fully vested after a few years.

Healthcare and more

You’ll have multiple medical plans to choose from including Dental, Vision, RX plans, AD&D, Critical Illness, ST/LT Disability, Paid Parental Leave, Virtual TalkSpace Therapy.

Additional benefits

ID theft protection, generous PTO accrual, company paid holidays, discounted pet insurance, charitable donation matching, additional vacation hours purchase plan, commuter benefits, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition reimbursement.

“I have become part of a "family", where I feel truly at ease and everyone is valued for doing their best for the entire community.”

Elena | NB/CMC Surveyor

"From a technical perspective, I’m proud of our innovative projects that delivery solutions aligned with safety and sustainability."

Eduardo | Offshore surveyor

"It feels so meaningful to take an active part of the global energy transition, creating a safe and sustainable future for all."

Ming Oleg | Senior Surveyor

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require. Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing.

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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Disclaimer

Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.