GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy is looking to add engineering/ science/ business students for an internship starting in May 2027 to support the licensing team!
The need for clean energy is greater than ever. At GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy, we are helping address climate change by designing technology to power our future with reliable, affordable, carbon-free energy. We are a world leader in advanced reactor technology, fuel, and services. Join us as we build on our legacy, boldly innovating to provide carbon-free power to the world.
We are a diverse and dedicated global team who believes 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. By embracing diverse teams and perspectives, we are better equipped to build a world that works.
If you have a passion for technology and want a career in engineering, an internship with GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy will prepare you for an exciting career, tackling one of the world's toughest challenges of providing carbon-free power to the world. Various opportunities exist that include assignments licensing, designing, developing, improving, analyzing, and exposure to technical and regulatory concepts in hands-on, real-world situations.
As an Intern, you will
- Receive technical training, mentorship, and coaching from world-class highly experienced engineers and technical managers
- Grow your technical expertise in your chosen field and expand your skills in new areas.
- Experience technically challenging assignments in the power generation industry focusing on areas such as codes & standards, regulatory requirements, systems and component design & analyses, for new reactor licensing
- Prepare reports, data bases, presentations, solve problems, implement innovative initiatives, and collaborate with the team and other organizations.
Minimum Qualifications & Eligibility Requirements
- Must be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited university in engineering, science, project management, or business management.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must be willing to work in Wilmington, NC
Desired Qualifications
- Demonstrate initiative and leadership skills.
- Demonstrate desire to advance nuclear power generation.
- Strong written and verbal skills.
- Team player, strong interpersonal skills.
- Project Management experience
- Eager to learn new technology and skillsets.
- Proficiency in Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio etc.).
- Proficiency in SharePoint, SmartSheet or similar computer tools
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and engage with internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to work in an environment that complies cost, quality and schedule.
- Knowledge of additional tools and software (MATLAB, AutoCAD etc.).
- Previous Co-op/internship experience in Nuclear Industry
Location: Wilmington, NC
Employment Dates: May 2027-August 2027
Pay: $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.
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.
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.
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 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).
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on September 11, 2026.
U.S. Internship roles are ineligible for GE Vernova benefits.
