GE Vernova Advanced Research – Aerodynamics & Thermosciences Co-Op
Niskayuna, USA Design / Civil engineering / Industrial engineering
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Job Description Summary
As a GE Vernova accelerator, GE Vernova Advanced Research is driving strategy and leading research & development efforts to execute on the business’s mission to help power the energy transition. We forge the collaborations and help invent the technologies required to electrify and decarbonize for a zero-carbon future.Representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline, our researchers are collaborating with GE Vernova’s businesses, the U.S. government, and more than 420 entities at the forefront of technology to execute on 150+ energy focused projects. Collectively, these research programs and initiatives aim to solve near term technical challenges, deliver next generation product advances, and drive long term breakthrough innovation to enable more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy.
A co-op in the Aerodynamics & Thermosciences Lab at GE Vernova Advanced Research provides students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience working collaboratively with our researchers developing advanced technologies enabling the Energy Transition.
GE Vernova Advanced Research is looking for students pursuing graduate technical degrees in aerodynamics, heat transfer, thermal systems, and related fields of study who have a strong interest in working in an industrial research environment. At GE Vernova Advanced 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. Our Interns work side by side with experts in aerodynamics, heat transfer, manufacturing, materials, and mechanical systems completing challenging multi-disciplinary technical projects applying their theoretical knowledge to real-life problems and developing skills in a cutting-edge research environment. Opportunities for networking and showcasing project accomplishments are also part of the program.
Job Description
Qualifications:
Current enrollment in a Ph.D. program, seeking a technical degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Energy Systems Engineering, or a related field in an accredited college or university
Permanent legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this role.
Minimum GPA 3.0 / 4.0 scale.
You must submit your application for employment on our careers site at GE Vernova Careers to be considered.
Desired Characteristics:
Experience with systems modeling of thermodynamic cycles and/or energy systems
Or experience with multi-physics simulations including computational fluid dynamics (CFD)
Or experience with laboratory testing in high pressure and/or temperature environments; knowledge of data acquisition and processing methods and instrumentation
Excellent academic performance with technical research orientation
Ability to adapt to change and willingness to be flexible in a global and multi-disciplinary team environment
Strong interpersonal skills, initiative, and organization; demonstrated ability working with a team
Strong problem-solving skills, thorough attention to detail
The pay range for this position is $1,000-$2,000 USD weekly. The specific weekly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.
GE Vernova provides travel reimbursement and housing stipend for qualified Interns.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
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.
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).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes