GE Research - 2021 Edison Program Internship - Technical Research - 3504121
Title: GE Research - 2021 Edison Program Internship - Technical Research - 3504121
Business: GE Research
Function: Engineering
Location: Niskayuna, NY
We are the doers. The leaders. The makers. The change-bringers. We are all different, uniting to solve the world’s toughest challenges. Our teams are hungry to make history, acting with integrity to relentlessly improve people’s lives. With every weld, every sale, and every code we write we keep the world in motion. It’s time to stop dreaming about the future; let’s build it together.
Technical Research Interns are the pipeline for the Edison Engineering Development Program (EEDP). EEDP is an intensive program for those with a passion for technology, a drive for technical excellence and share in GE's values.
We are the doers. The leaders. The makers. The change-bringers. We are all different, uniting to solve the world’s toughest challenges. Our teams are hungry to make history, acting with integrity to relentlessly improve people’s lives. With every weld, every sale, and every code we write we keep the world in motion. It’s time to stop dreaming about the future; let’s build it together.
Technical Research Interns are the pipeline for the Edison Engineering Development Program (EEDP). EEDP is an intensive program for those with a passion for technology, a drive for technical excellence and share in GE's values.
Essential Responsibilities:
At GE Research, scientists, engineers and technicians work to provide GE's businesses and strategic partners with technical innovations for their future generation products, processes and services. This internship opportunity helps students gain valuable hands-on experience and get a critical jump start on a career in industrial research. Assignments are generally for 10-12 weeks over the summer; working side by side with experts in the field, completing challenging technical projects, applying their theoretical knowledge to real-life technical problems, and developing skills in a cutting-edge global environment. The program also includes seminars on cross-center technology and soft skills development as well as opportunities for networking and showcasing project accomplishments.
This program is designed to accelerate professional development through intense technical training and a variety of business-critical assignments. EEDP graduates have the foundation to innovate and create the future of flight, energy, and healthcare with GE.
Applicable Majors include:
· Electrical Engineering
· Controls Engineering
· Mechanical Engineering
· Materials Science & Engineering
· Computer Engineering
· Computer Science and related fields
Qualifications/Requirements:
· Current enrollment in a full-time Master’s Degree program at an ABET accredited university
· Permanent Legal authorization to work in the US. GE
· will only employ those who are permanently legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Candidates must not require work authorization sponsorship now or in the future.
· Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the
· successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen
To be considered you MUST ALSO apply through our system:
Desired Characteristics :
· Exceptional academic performance with research orientation
· Strong interpersonal skills, initiative, high self-confidence
· Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills, thorough attention to detail
· Ability to adapt to change and willingness to be flexible in a global team environment
· Effective presentation and technical communication skills; ability to articulate technical problems in clear and simple terms
· Strong dedication to a career in technology and a real passion for engineering
· Demonstrated experience working in a team-based environment
· Demonstrated / enthusiastic leadership and teambuilding skills
Additional Eligibility Qualifications :
GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.