GE Vernova Grid Solutions - Hardware Engineering Co-op (Critical Infrastructure Communications) – Summer/Fall 2027

GE Vernova; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 104,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Housing Allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. in Rochester, NY is seeking a Hardware Engineering Co-op to apply electrical engineering principles to real-world hardware design and to gain exposure to manufacturing processes at the on-site plant.

You will work on assignments that challenge your skills, receive mentorship, and develop knowledge in analog/digital design, PCB layout, and wireless interfaces while pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a full-time matriculated and nationally accredited bachelor/graduate program.
• Working towards a Bachelor or Masters in Electrical Engineering Technology or Electrical Engineering.
• Completed at least two full years of college.

Responsibilities

• Work on an assignment/project within engineering & technology to stretch your learning and skillset.
• Report progress and status to project management.
• Use academic knowledge to complete assigned projects and deliver positive outcomes.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Leadership

Time management

Education

Electrical Engineering Technology or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

Orcad

PCB Layout

Ethernet

USB

UART

I2C

SPI

Job description

Job Description Summary

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority, and at GE Vernova, we take our responsibility seriously. That is the singular mission of GE Vernova: to continue electrifying the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it.

Job Description

Innovation

Are you passionate about innovation? Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?

We operate with a founder's mindset. We deliver innovation with passion, speed, and courage. We continuously challenge our thinking and are empowered to dream big and take smart risks.

What impact you'll make

As a Hardware Engineering Co-op, you will be an active contributor to:

• Learn and enhance your existing Electrical Engineering skills by applying them to hardware design for real world applications.
• Experience challenging assignments in the communications industry developing products that target energy, oil and gas, mining, water/waste water, and transportation.
• Receive technical training, mentorship, and coaching from world-class technologists and technical managers.
• Grow your technical expertise in hardware design and expand your skills in new areas.
• Gain exposure to industrialization at our onsite manufacturing plant in Rochester, NY.

What you'll do

• Work on an assignment / project within engineering & technology to stretch your learning and skillset.
• Report progress and status to project management.
• Perform rough estimates of time required to implement features and resolve issues, helping with task prioritization.
• Use your academic knowledge to complete assigned project(s), deliver positive outcomes, and contribute to the success of our team.

What you'll bring (Basic Qualifications):

• Working towards a Bachelors or Masters degree in a technical field of study in Electrical Engineering Technology or Electrical Engineering.
• Enrolled in a full time matriculated and nationally accredited baccalaureate or graduate program.
• Completed at least two full years of college.

Other Eligibility Requirements

• Must be willing to work in geographical area specified by the business
• Must have the ability to work in the US for an unlimited amount of time without sponsorship

What will make you stand out:

• Minimum 3.0 GPA (without rounding)
• Must be highly self-motivated and be able to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to follow hardware design principles and development processes.
• Experience with analog/digital design principles and circuitry.
• Experience with schematic entry tools (Altium, Orcad, etc.).
• Experience or exposure to PCB layout (Altium, PADS, PCAD, etc.).
• Some knowledge of hardware physical layer interfaces such as Ethernet, USB, UARTs, I2C, SPI, etc.
• Some hands-on experience using test equipment in a lab environment (power supplies, oscilloscopes, multimeters, etc.).
• Some knowledge of wireless technology (4G LTE, Bluetooth, WiFi, etc.) preferred.
• An analytical approach to problem solving with a high degree of curiosity.
• Willingness and ability to learn from others.
• Willingness to make and learn from mistakes.
• Excellent organizational, written communication, and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and team player.
• One who strives for academic excellence and shows great initiative.
• Desire to work in a fast paced and agile environment.

The pay range for this position is $1,000-$2,000 USD weekly. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

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 9/3/2026.

U.S. Internship roles are ineligible for GE Vernova benefits.

Benefits Available to you:

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority, and at GE Vernova, we take our responsibility seriously. That is the singular mission of GE Vernova: to continue electrifying the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce.

The pay for this position ranges from $21.00/hr - $36.00/hr based on years of undergraduate/graduate field of study completed.

This position is also eligible for:

• Relocation Assistance:Co-op/Interns will be reimbursed for reasonable, proper, and documented expenditures incurred while initially reporting to work and returning to school/home upon completion of the assignment. Employees with a permanent address greater than 50 miles away from the work location are eligible.
• Housing Allowance:Co-op/Interns employees receive a weekly housing allowance to help off-set living expenses when the co-op/Intern’s permanent residence is at least 50 miles away from the work location.
• Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) after their accumulated service reaches 90 days, and they meet any other eligibility requirements as defined in the plans. (Eligibility occurs on the 1st of the month following the 90th day.)

Inclusion

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. Click here to learn more:

Our Culture | GE Vernova

This posting will be open until at least September 10th, 2026

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 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

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 September 28, 2026.U.S. Internship roles are ineligible for GE Vernova benefits.