GE Vernova - Project Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
About The Position
GE Vernova is seeking organized, personable interns who want to develop their technical and professional skills while working on substantial projects with real-world implications and gaining hands-on experience with digital technologies. Interns will learn from industry professionals and contribute to solving problems related to Wholesale Energy Markets. The internship focuses on Grid – Software Solutions within the Services and Engineering functions. The internship is based in Bellevue, Washington, and runs from May through August 2027. Interns must work full time, 40 hours per week. The hourly pay range is $21.00–$36.00, based on completed years of undergraduate or graduate study. The posting describes relocation assistance and a weekly housing allowance for eligible interns, as well as an Employee Assistance Program and eligibility for the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan after the applicable service and eligibility requirements are met. The posting also states that U.S. internship roles are ineligible for GE Vernova benefits.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Master’s or Ph.D. program at an accredited university, or in a credentialed software accelerator program.
- Field of study focused on Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a relevant STEM major.
- Commit to working full time, 40 hours per week, during the internship.
- Willingness to work from an office located in Bellevue, Washington.
- Ability to work in the United States indefinitely without sponsorship.
- GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Nice To Haves
- Prior internship, co-op, or research experience in software engineering, energy markets, power systems, or enterprise grid management software.
- Familiarity with wholesale electricity market structures such as Locational Marginal Pricing, unit commitment, and economic dispatch, or with Market Management Systems (MMS).
- Hands-on Java coding experience for backend development and Python experience for scripting, automation, or data processing.
- Exposure to database concepts such as SQL and familiarity with software development lifecycle tools such as Git, JIRA, or Jenkins.
- Interest in how software applications optimize large-scale grid operations and ability to connect complex power system requirements with software solution delivery.
- Exposure to or coursework in energy economics, operations research, or regulatory frameworks governing ISO/RTO operations.
- Strong analytical and technical skills, with experience in software industry standards, testing, and debugging.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to explain complex technical and market-related concepts to cross-functional teams.
- Creative problem-solving ability and a proactive, curious approach to learning complex, high-availability energy software platforms.
Responsibilities
- Work on problems related to Wholesale Energy Markets within Grid – Software Solutions and the Services and Engineering functions.
- Contribute to substantial projects with real-world implications and gain hands-on experience with digital technologies.
Benefits
- Hourly pay of $21.00–$36.00, based on completed years of undergraduate or graduate study.
- Relocation reimbursement for eligible interns whose permanent address is more than 50 miles from the work location, covering reasonable, proper, and documented expenses for initially reporting to work and returning to school or home after the assignment.
- Weekly housing allowance for eligible interns whose permanent residence is at least 50 miles from the work location.
- Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
- Eligibility for the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan after 90 days of accumulated service and upon meeting other plan requirements; eligibility begins on the first day of the month following the 90th day.
- Professional development and challenging career opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
