Opportunity for Jersey Student to Explore Hydrogen Technology in Maritime Industry
Key Ideas
- Ports of Jersey is offering an internship in partnership with OceansLab to explore the use of hydrogen technology in maritime industry.
- The internship, based in La Rochelle, France, focuses on real-world experience in hydrogen technologies within the marine sector.
- The initiative aims to work towards a zero-emissions marine industry and sustainable, decarbonized travel.
- Interested individuals can apply for the internship on the Ports of Jersey's website.
Ports of Jersey (PoJ) is providing an internship opportunity in collaboration with OceansLab, a French firm led by yachtsman Phil Sharp, to delve into the application of hydrogen technology in the maritime industry. The internship, available to a Jersey student or an early career professional, stems from OceansLab's partnership with PoJ and the Government of Jersey to study hydrogen use in port infrastructure and various vessels like ferries, dredgers, and cargo ships. The successful candidate will undergo a two-month paid internship at the OceanLab headquarters in La Rochelle, France, focusing on hands-on experience with hydrogen technologies including fuel cells, production, storage, and utilization within the marine domain. Matt Thomas, CEO of PoJ, emphasized that this research is a crucial step towards achieving a zero-emissions marine sector and promoting sustainable, decarbonized travel. The initiative not only aims to enhance knowledge and skills in hydrogen technologies but also underscores the commitment to fostering a more environmentally friendly maritime industry. Those interested in this internship opportunity can submit their applications through the Ports of Jersey's website.