Operations Management Intern

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Job Description

Job Description Summary

The Operations Management Intern will support the SSA Region operations team in executing day-to-day operational activities, improving performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers hands-on exposure to operational management, reporting, project coordination, Lean practices, and cross-functional collaboration across internal stakeholders.
The internship is designed for a motivated, detail-oriented individual who is eager to learn, contribute to operational excellence, and gain practical experience in a global energy business environment.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

·  Support daily management sessions and Monthly Operating Reviews by preparing materials, tracking actions, and documenting outcomes 
·  Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of operational projects and initiatives 
·  Monitor and report on regional KPIs across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) 
·  Support operational dashboards, reporting tools, and performance tracking processes 
·  Analyze operational data to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities 
·  Assist in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and problem-solving for operational performance issues 
·  Participate in Lean/Kaizen events and support continuous improvement activities 
·  Assist with system-related administrative tasks, issue logging, basic troubleshooting, and reducing manual reporting effort 
·  Prepare reports, presentations, meeting minutes, and leadership updates 
·  Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including sales, commercial operations, parts fulfilment, quality, procurement, and project teams 
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Education:

Recently completed a degree in Engineering, Business Operations, Supply Chain, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field. 

 

Required Skills:

·  Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint 
·  Experience with project planning or reporting tools such as MS Project, Primavera, or similar tools is an advantage 
·  Exposure to dashboards, business systems, or operational reporting is beneficial 
·  Familiarity with SAP, Oracle, Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar systems is a plus 
·  Basic knowledge of ticketing systems, SQL, VBA, or PowerShell would be useful 
·  Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills 
·  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
·  Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional environment 
·  Strong attention to detail and a proactive, adaptable mindset 
·  Interest in Lean thinking, process improvement, and operational excellence 
·  Prior internship or project experience in operations, project management, or related fields is a plus, but not required 
·  Must be eager to learn, humble, approachable, and team-oriented 
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What You'll Gain:

·  Hands-on experience in operations management and project coordination 
·  Exposure to Lean, SQDC, RCA, and continuous improvement methodologies 
·  Coaching and Mentorship from experienced operations and project professionals 
·  Opportunity to support real business projects with measurable impact 
·  Practical experience working across operations, quality, procurement, and project teams 
·  Exposure to operational reporting, documentation, and performance management processes 
·  Networking opportunities within GE Vernova’s SSA leadership and operations teams 

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No