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Vernova Purpose
Come and join our powerful, unified force with the energy to change the world.
As an intern of the Industrial Excellence Department, you will be an active contributor to the productivity and efficiency metrics of our business.
Job Description
Job Summary:
As a Summer Intern - Methods and Process Engineering at GE Vernova, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a world-class manufacturing environment while working alongside experienced engineers and operations leaders.
You will support the development, optimization, and standardization of manufacturing processes for circuit breakers and instrument transformers. Through projects on the shop floor, data analysis, process improvement, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, you will learn how engineering principles and Lean methodologies are applied to improve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineering student who wants to develop practical manufacturing experience, strengthen problem-solving skills, and contribute to real business results.
What you'll do (Job Responsibilities)
- Support manufacturing and process engineering activities for circuit breaker and instrument transformer production lines.
- Analyze manufacturing processes, production data, and cycle times to identify opportunities for productivity, quality, and efficiency improvements.
- Develop and update Standard Work, work instructions, process documentation, and manufacturing process maps.
- Participate in Lean and continuous improvement activities, including Kaizen, 5S, waste elimination, and process optimization initiatives.
- Assist with PFMEA, root cause analysis, and structured problem-solving activities to identify and reduce manufacturing risks.
- Support time studies, line balancing, capacity analysis, and production routing activities.
- Assist with the design and implementation of manufacturing fixtures, tooling, and ergonomic improvements.
- Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and EHS teams to resolve manufacturing issues and implement improvements.
- Present project results, recommendations, and data-driven findings to engineering and operations leadership.
What you'll bring (Basic Qualifications)
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Demonstrated academic or project experience applying engineering, analytical, or problem-solving principles.
- Ability to work on-site in a manufacturing environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work for the duration of the summer internship program.
- Must have the ability to work in the US for an unlimited amount of time without sponsorship
What will make you stand out (Desired Qualifications)
- You have a passion for manufacturing, continuous improvement, Lean, or operational excellence.
- You are someone who brings curiosity, initiative, and a hands-on approach to solving problems.
- You have experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- You have experience using Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Minitab, or other data analysis tools.
- You have experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
- You have experience working with manufacturing processes, production environments, engineering projects, or technical teams.
- You have demonstrated the ability to analyze data, communicate findings, and present recommendations.
- You have participated in academic projects, internships, co-ops, student organizations, or other activities involving teamwork and technical problem solving.
- You are comfortable working directly with operators and engineers on the shop floor/Gemba and learning from people with different technical backgrounds.
Benefits Available to you:
Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority, and at GE Vernova, we take our responsibility seriously. That is the singular mission of GE Vernova: to continue electrifying the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce.
This position is also eligible for:
- Relocation Assistance: Co-op/Interns will be reimbursed for reasonable, proper, and documented expenditures incurred while initially reporting to work and returning to school/home upon completion of the assignment. Employees with a permanent address greater than 50 miles away from the work location are eligible.
- Housing Allowance: Co-op/Interns employees receive a weekly housing allowance to help off-set living expenses when the co-op/Intern's permanent residence is at least 50 miles away from the work location.
- Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
- GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) after their accumulated service reaches 90 days, and they meet any other eligibility requirements as defined in the plans. (Eligibility occurs on the 1st of the month following the 90th day.)
Inclusion
At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong.
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