Materials Chemistry and Physics - High Voltage Insulation Materials Fellow Intern - Summer 2026

GE Vernova Advanced Research – (Materials Chemistry and Physics) Fellow Internship GE Vernova Advanced Research is the central innovation engine for GE’s portfolio of energy businesses, unified under one banner as GE Vernova. The research organization is comprised of 300+ researchers – experts in their fields globally - representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline. Collectively, they are driving major research programs and initiatives to decarbonize power, accelerate renewables, and promote electrification and the creation of a 21st century grid fit to power a zero-carbon energy future.

- As a Summer Intern in the Materials Chemistry and Physics, you will have the opportunity to develop next generation electrical and thermal insulation materials, high voltage devices, transformer, generators, for the clean power generation and storage, energy conversion technologies. Assignments are typically for 12-14 weeks; working side by side with experts in the field of materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering or electrical engineer, completing challenging technical projects, applying theoretical knowledge to real-life technical problems, and developing skills in a cutting edge global industrial research environment. This program includes seminars on cross-center technology and soft skills development as well as opportunities for networking and showcasing project accomplishments. Are you ready to join our team of technology enthusiasts to help make GE Vernova’s industrial assets safer and more secure to protect our world’s most critical infrastructure?

# Job Description

GE Vernova Advanced Research – (Materials Chemistry and Physics) Fellow Internship

GE Vernova Advanced Research is the central innovation engine for GE’s portfolio of energy businesses, unified under one banner as GE Vernova. The research organization is comprised of 300+ researchers – experts in their fields globally - representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline. Collectively, they are driving major research programs and initiatives to decarbonize power, accelerate renewables, and promote electrification and the creation of a 21st century grid fit to power a zero-carbon energy future.

- As a Summer Intern in the Materials Chemistry and Physics, you will have the opportunity to develop next generation electrical and thermal insulation materials, high voltage devices, transformer, generators, for the clean power generation and storage, energy conversion technologies. Assignments are typically for 12-14 weeks; working side by side with experts in the field of materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering or electrical engineer, completing challenging technical projects, applying theoretical knowledge to real-life technical problems, and developing skills in a cutting edge global industrial research environment. This program includes seminars on cross-center technology and soft skills development as well as opportunities for networking and showcasing project accomplishments. Are you ready to join our team of technology enthusiasts to help make GE Vernova’s industrial assets safer and more secure to protect our world’s most critical infrastructure?

Roles and Responsibilities

- Work with industry leading experts to execute design, analysis, and validation high voltage devices, working with high voltage dielectric and or thermal insulation materials, familiar with synthesis, processing and testing, materials including, liquid, gel, oil, epoxy resins, gases, polymer, etc.

- Strong background in chemistry, electrochemistry, materials science, electrical materials

- Collaborate with engineers and scientists from across the Vernova Advanced Research Center and business segments, to advance the energy transition.

Required Qualifications

- Current enrollment in a full-time Ph.D. degree program in materials science, chemistry, electrochemistry, electrical engineering, or related disciplines at an ABET accredited university.

- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.

- Because of the specific categories of data handled by GE Vernova Advanced Research and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of embargoed countries subject to restriction under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran and Cuba). Please note that citizens of embargoed countries who have either “U.S. person” status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship from a non-embargoed country can be considered.

- Minimum GPA 4.0 / 5.0 scale.

Desired Characteristics

- Excitement and enthusiasm for growing technical skills in high voltage dielectric and thermal insulation materials and system, synthesis, processing, characterization, and testing

- Strong dedication to a career in technology and passion for supporting and leading the energy transition.

- Materials including, liquid, gel, oil, epoxy resins, gases, polymer, etc.

- Effective presentation and technical communication skills; ability to articulate technical problems in clear and simple terms.

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: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com)

The pay for this position ranges from $1,000-2,000 weekly based on years of 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 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.)

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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: https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/i-d-e

This position will remain open until at least Nov 1, 2025.

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 December 08, 2025.

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