Mechanical Systems Engineering Intern

# Job Description Summary

GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy is looking to add 8 engineering students for a 12-month co-op program starting in May 2026!

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 designing, developing, improving, analyzing, and exposure to engineering concepts in hands-on, real-world situations.

# Job Description

As an Engineering Intern, you will:

- Receive technical training, mentorship, and coaching from world-class technologists and experienced 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 of Systems, Analysis, Design, Reliability, Digital, and Integration & Test.

- Perform design and analysis of product lines, develop models, solve problems, conduct research, and collaborate with the team and other organizations.

Minimum Qualifications & Eligibility Requirements:

- Must be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate program in an engineering discipline as listed below.

- Following majors accepted: Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering.

- Must maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (without rounding).

- Must be 18 years of age or older.

- Must have reliable transportation.

- Must be willing to work in Markham, ON.

- Must be available for a 12-month co-op program starting Summer 2026.

Desired Qualifications:

- Demonstrated initiative.

- Demonstrated Leadership skills.

- Demonstrated desire to advance nuclear power generation.

- Strong written and verbal skills.

- Team player, strong interpersonal skills.

- Eager to learn new technology and skillsets.

- Proficiency in Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio etc.).

- Strong problem-solving abilities.

- Demonstrated ability to work in an environment that complies cost, quality and schedule.

- Knowledge of additional tools and software is an asset (MATLAB, AutoCAD etc.).

- Previous Co-op/internship experience in Nuclear Industry is an asset.

Other:

Strong consideration will be given to Indigenous persons. The term Indigenous refers to individuals who identify as being descended from the original inhabitants (the first peoples) of what is now known as Canada. In this context, Indigenous people are First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit

- GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening. This position requires access to and/or use of information subject to U.S. Export Control Laws, which mandate all citizenships be from the U.S. Department of Energy’s List of Generally Authorized Countries (10 CFR Part 810 Appendix A); otherwise a specific authorization from the U.S. Department of Energy will be required. More information can be found here: https://www.energy.gov/nnsa/10-cfr-part-810.

You must have legal authorization to work in Canada and any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The drug screen requirement in the background check process is not required if the role is based in Canada.

- You must have legal authorization to work in Canada and any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The drug screen requirement in the background check process is not required if the role is based in Can