GE Vernova Nuclear Lean and Operations Internship - Summer 2027

IF1184 GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy Americas LLC; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Housing Allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

GE Vernova invites motivated students to join the Nuclear Operations team as a Nuclear Lean, AI & Operations Intern for a 10-week program in Wilmington, NC. You will lead a digital transformation project, automate KPI/MOR processes, and explore AI-enabled workflows under cross-functional leadership.

You will gain hands-on exposure to Lean, digital transformation, analytics and AI, with opportunities to apply practical solutions across Nuclear Operations and leadership.

Qualifications

• Pursuing undergrad or graduate degree in engineering, analytics, CS or related field.
• Hands-on experience with AI, Generative AI and AI-enabled workflows.
• Working knowledge of MS 365 tools and Smartsheet.
• Foundational data analysis, process improvement, automation or digital solutions.
• Innovative, continuous-improvement mindset and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 10-week Lean, digital transformation project for KPI/MOR processes.
• Analyze end-to-end KPI workflow, reduce manual work and improve data quality.
• Develop and pilot automation for KPI collection, consolidation and MOR prep.
• Prototype AI/automation use cases to boost productivity and reporting.
• Measure impact and create standard work and a roadmap for AI opportunities.

Skills

AI

Data analysis

Process improvement

Automation

Lean

Data visualization

Communication

Builder mindset

Education

Engineering/related field degree

Tools

Power Automate

Power BI

Copilot Studio

Python

SQL

APIs

Low-code/no-code

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.

Vernova Purpose Come and join our powerful, unified force with the energy to change the world. Our mission is BIG. Our TRANSFORMATION is key – bringing the right businesses together to LEAD the ENERGY TRANSITION. Our TEAM is ready.

What impact you’ll make

As a Nuclear Lean, AI & Operations Intern, you will join the Nuclear Operations team and own a focused, 10-week process transformation project aimed at simplifying and automating how key operational performance information flows from KPI owners to leadership. Your primary project will focus on digitizing and automating the Nuclear L2, L3 and L4 KPI and Monthly Operating Review (MOR) process. You will work across the current process from KPI collection and validation through consolidation, visualization and MOR preparation, to identify waste, establish standard work, and develop an automated future-state solution. You will also help identify additional opportunities to apply AI, automation and Lean methodologies across Nuclear Operations, creating a pipeline of future productivity and process excellence opportunities. This internship provides hands‑on exposure to Nuclear Operations, Lean, digital transformation, analytics and AI while working directly with cross‑functional teams and business leaders.

Job Description

What you’ll do (Job Responsibilities)

• Lead a 10-week Lean and digital transformation project to simplify and automate the Nuclear L2, L3, and L4 KPI and Monthly Operating Review (MOR) process
• Analyze and redesign the end‑to‑end KPI workflow, applying Lean principles to eliminate manual work, standardizing processes, and improving data quality and governance
• Develop and pilot an automation solution for priority elements of KPI collection, consolidation, validation, visualization, and MOR preparation
• Explore and prototype practical AI and automation use cases that improve productivity, reporting, analysis, and decision‑making across Nuclear Operations
• Measure and present the impact of implemented improvements and develop standard work and a prioritized roadmap for future AI and Operations Excellence opportunities

What you’ll bring (Basic Qualifications)

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, Operations Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest and hands‑on experience with emerging AI technologies, Generative AI, and AI‑enabled/agentic workflows, with curiosity to continuously explore new capabilities and apply them to real business problems.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools and Smartsheet, with an interest in connecting tools, data, and workflows to reduce manual work and improve productivity.
• Foundational experience with data analysis, process improvement, automation, or digital solutions through coursework, projects, or previous work experience.
• An innovative and continuous‑improvement mindset, with the ability to challenge existing ways of working and identify simpler, smarter, and more productive approaches

What will make you stand out (Desired Qualifications)

• Hands‑on experience building AI‑enabled or agentic solutions, automations, or digital workflows that solve real business or operational problems.
• Experience with tools such as Power Automate, Power BI, Copilot Studio, Python, SQL, APIs, or other low‑code/no‑code automation platforms.
• Ability to connect data, tools, and workflows to create scalable solutions that reduce manual effort and improve productivity.
• Familiarity with Lean and process excellence methodologies, including process mapping, standard work, root‑cause analysis, and waste elimination.
• A builder and problem‑solver mindset—comfortable experimenting with emerging technologies, rapidly prototyping ideas, and translating ambiguous problems into practical solutions.
• Strong data visualization and communication skills, with the ability to turn complex information into clear insights and recommendations for leadership.

Location: Wilmington, NC

Employment Dates: May 2027-August 2027

Benefits Available to you

• 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 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 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 30, 2026.

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard‑earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com