GE Vernova Supply Chain Intern FallWinter 2026
Allentown, GA - USA
Job Summary
Lean / Continuous Improvement Co-Op Fall/Winter 2026
Location:Parsippany NJ or Allentown PABusiness:GE Vernova Gas Power
Duration:6 Months (Full-Time)
The Energy to Change the World
GE Vernova is a planned purpose-built energy company that includes Power Wind and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. At GE Vernova we are working to solve the worlds most pressing challengethe energy transition. Our Gas Power business provides more advanced cleaner and efficient power that people depend on today while building the energy technologies of the future.
What impact you will make:
As a Lean / Continuous Improvement Co-op you will work directly on the shop floor alongside operators and manufacturing teams to identify waste remove barriers and drive daily improvements that make jobs easier safer and more efficient. This role is hands-on: youll spend significant time at the gemba (where the work happens) observing processes talking with operators and turning their ideas into tested working solutions. Youll build prototypes test countermeasures and help embed a culture of continuous improvement at the operator level.
What you will do:
Gemba-Based Problem Solving:Spend regular time on the production floor observing work identifying pain points and partnering with operators to understand day-to-day challenges.
Incremental Improvements:Design prototype and implement small-scale low-cost solutions (fixtures visual aids tooling adjustments workstation layouts) that reduce operator strain cycle time or variation.
Lean Tools & Methods:Apply Lean and Six Sigma tools5S standard work value stream mapping kaizen events A3 problem solving and visual managementto drive measurable improvements.
Rapid Prototyping:Build and test quick iterative prototypes (using basic fabrication 3D printing or off-the-shelf materials) to validate ideas before full-scale implementation.
Operator Engagement:Act as a resource and advocate for operators capturing their feedback and translating it into actionable improvement projects.
Project Ownership:Lead small-to-medium CI projects from idea generation through implementation and follow-up tracking results and sharing out lessons learned.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:Partner with manufacturing engineers quality and production supervisors to align improvements with broader operational goals.
Safety & Standards:Ensure all improvements maintain or enhance safety and comply with current standards and procedures.
What youll bring (Basic Qualifications):
Currently enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate program in Engineering Industrial Technology Operations Management or a related field.
Accepted Majors: Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Systems Engineering or related disciplines.
Desired Characteristics:
Strong interest in Lean manufacturing continuous improvement and hands-on problem solving.
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (without rounding).
Comfortable working on the shop floor and building rapport with operators and production teams.
Practical hands-on mindsetcomfortable prototyping with basic tools/materials and iterating quickly.
Analytical thinking with the ability to break down problems and test simple effective solutions.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to listen to operator feedback and translate it into action.
Self-motivated curious and comfortable taking initiative on small projects with limited direction.
Prior exposure to Lean/Six Sigma tools (5S kaizen A3 standard work) is a plus but not required.
Eligibility Requirements:
Internship Term: Fall/Winter 2026 (Target Start: September 21 2026).
Work Schedule: 40 hours per week (1st Shift).
Authorization: This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government export restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens lawful permanent residents and protected individuals (e.g. certain refugees and asylees)). GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Pay Range: $21.00/hour $34.00/hour (Based on years of study completed).
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 31 2026.
Benefits Available to You:
Relocation Assistance:Reimbursement for reasonable expenditures for employees with a permanent address >50 miles from the work location.
Housing Allowance:Weekly allowance to help off-set living expenses for eligible students.
Retirement:Access to the GE Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) after 90 days of service.
Well-being:Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential counseling and referral services.
Inclusion & Diversity
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.
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.
GE Vernova offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is anEqual 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 Vernova 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
Required Experience:
Intern
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