Open Application - Internships & Thesis Work at Candela

Want to shape the future of waterborne transport and join a world-class team?

Candela is the global leader in electric hydrofoil vessels. Since 2014, we've gone from building our first premium electric speedboat in a small Stockholm workshop to delivering game-changing vessels around the globe. The Candela P-12 is our latest innovation - the world's first electric hydrofoil ferry is not just operating in Stockholm, but now attracting orders from around the world.
Our boats "fly" thanks to computer-guided underwater wings under the hull made out of lightweight carbon fiber. The wings lift the vessel above the water, which results in cutting energy use by up to 80%, while offering zero emissions and a far better passenger experience than traditional diesel vessels.

And that's exactly why we do this. Our mission is clear: to speed up the transition to fossil fuel-free lakes and oceans.

Internship and Thesis
At Candela, we're always excited to meet passionate students who want to help push the boundaries of electric hydrofoiling technology. Throughout the year, we periodically open opportunities for internships and thesis projects across engineering, manufacturing, software, business operations, and more.

If you're interested in joining us -but don't see an active opening that matches your profile, you're welcome to submit an open application here. Doing so helps us gather strong candidates in advance and reach out as soon as a suitable slot becomes available.

What are we looking for?

• Students in engineering, tech, or business-related programs with strong academic engagement
• Curiosity and passion for sustainable technology and innovation
• Motivation to contribute to real-world projects that impact the future of marine transportation
• For thesis workers: a clearly defined topic of interest or a strong motivation to co-create a thesis angle with us

Requirements:

• You are currently enrolled at a university or vocational program (mandatory for internship/thesis eligibility)
• You have excellent proficiency in English, both spoken and written
• For engineering or technical roles: basic competence in your relevant field (e.g., mechanical design, electronics, data analysis, software development, hydrodynamics, etc.)
• For business roles: experience or coursework relevant to the function (e.g., HR, marketing, operations, finance)

Other

• You must hold a valid visa or permit that allows you to complete an internship or thesis placement in Sweden
• Candela is not able to offer relocation assistance, housing support, or sponsorship for visas/permits
• All internships and thesis projects require that you can work on-site in Stockholm for the major part of the assignment
• Availability to start depending on project timing and internal capacity

Location/base: Rotebro/Stockholm

As part of the process, you will be asked to share additional information or documents later in the application flow so we can better understand your background, interests, and potential project fit.

We look forward to hearing from you and exploring what we can build together.
Why people love working at Candela?
At Candela, we're not just building electric vessels - we're creating a whole new category of clean, efficient waterborne transport. You get the chance to work with cutting-edge technology, solving complex challenges, and seeing the results in action - sometimes literally, when we organize test rides for our newcomers! We're a diverse and ambitious team of over 50 nationalities, united by a revolutionary spirit and kindness. That means we work hard, but always with humility and while having fun - whether it's solving a manufacturing challenge, improving processes, or cheering each other on during Candela Months, our year-round calendar of bonding activities and events.

We're office-first but not office-only. We believe collaboration is most powerful when we build together, in person - but we also trust our team to work in ways that fit their life. At Candela, you'll find a place where bold ideas are welcomed, great people are celebrated, and the ride is just as important as the destination.

Recruitment process:
We aim to keep our recruitment process as straightforward and efficient as possible. As an international company with English as our corporate language, the entire process is conducted in English. Therefore, please submit your application in our corporate language as well. Kindly note that we cannot process applications sent via email due to GDPR so please use our career website for you application.

We welcome the opportunity to meet you!

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