Controls & Optimization Interns - GE Research

Job description

3435900
Additional Cities

Niskayuna
Career Level

Co-op/Intern
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Corporate
Business Segment

Corporate Global Research
Function

Engineering/Technology
Country/Territory

United States
Additional States/Provinces

New York
Postal Code

12309-1027
Role Summary/Purpose

GE Research is looking for interns specializing in the areas of Controls and Optimization. The interns will conduct research on control, real-time optimization, operations research, supply chain optimization, and cybersecurity as applied to industrial challenges across aviation, additive manufacturing, energy, healthcare, and transportation domains.
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 will help the students to gain valuable hands-on experience and get a critical jump start on a career in industrial research. 
The interns will be 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. Opportunities for networking and showcasing project accomplishments are offered. 
This internship opportunity will help students gain valuable hands-on experience and get a critical jump start on a career in industrial research.
Qualifications/Requirements

·  Must be currently enrolled in a doctoral degree program in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Sciences or a related field in an accredited college or university. 
·  Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY. 
·  Must be 18 years or older
Must submit your application for employment on the careers page at www.gecareers.com to be considered 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT(S):
Because of the specific categories of data handled by GE Research and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of embargoed countries subject to restriction under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran, Cuba, and Sudan).
Please note that citizens of embargoed countries who have either “U.S. person” status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship from a non-embargoed country can be considered.

Desired Characteristics

·  Strong academic performance (e.g. publications) with research orientation  
·  Strong interpersonal skills, initiative, high self-confidence and have goals for a career in industrial research Experience in presentation, speaking, organizational, and problem-solving skills, thorough attention to detail  
·  Ability to adapt to change and willingness to be flexible in a global team environment

About Us

GE (NYSE:GE) drives the world forward by tackling its biggest challenges. By combining world-class engineering with software and analytics, GE helps the world work more efficiently, reliably, and safely. GE people are global, diverse and dedicated, operating with the highest integrity and passion to fulfill GE’s mission and deliver for our customers. www.ge.com
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
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).
Primary Country

United States
Primary State/Province

New York
Primary City

Niskayuna