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.
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About Power Conversion & Storage (PCS)
As innovators in advanced energy conversion and storage systems, we empower our utility and industrial customers by solving their most challenging electrification problems and accelerating their transition to a sustainable, decarbonized future. Through relentless innovation and continuous collaboration with our customers, the Power Conversion & Storage business of GE Vernova is providing more advanced, cleaner, and more efficient power that people depend on today — while building the energy technologies of the future.
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What Impact You'll Make
As an Engineering Intern on the PCS team, you will be an active contributor to the development, testing, and validation of inverters, battery energy storage systems, and controls technologies that power next-generation AI datacenter infrastructure. The rapid growth of AI computing has created an unprecedented demand for reliable, high-density, and highly efficient power conversion systems. You will work directly on the products — including grid-scale inverters, energy storage systems, and advanced control platforms — that are at the center of meeting this demand.
This internship sits at the intersection of power electronics engineering, controls systems, and one of the most dynamic technology sectors in the world. You will gain hands-on experience with real hardware and simulation tools in a professional engineering environment, collaborating with experienced engineers across design, test, and product development teams.Job Description
What You'll Do (Job Responsibilities)
- Support the design, simulation, and validation of power conversion systems including grid-scale inverters, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and associated controls platforms intended for AI datacenter power applications
- Assist with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulation testing and component-level testing of inverters, converters, and energy storage subsystems; support setup, execution, and data capture activities
- Collaborate with design engineers, controls engineers, compliance engineers, and technicians regarding hardware and software design for datacenter power systems
- Perform electrical component sizing calculations and system-level modeling to support product development and validation activities
- Review and analyze test and commissioning data to identify performance trends, anomalies, and areas of concern; document findings clearly for team use
- Assist with the audit and improvement of installation, commissioning, and operation and maintenance (O&M) procedures for inverter and BESS products
- Assist in developing and refining data collection methods, testing procedures, and documentation standards to support product verification and certification activities
- Ensure that procedures and test activities align with applicable industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company quality standards
- Work with controls engineering teams to support tuning, testing, and validation of control algorithms for inverter and energy storage systems
- Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and innovative work environment; share findings and learnings with the broader team
What You'll Bring (Basic Qualifications)
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university
- Must be willing to work in the Niskayuna, NY geographical area as specified by the business
- Must be willing to work in a lab and high-power test environment; adherence to all electrical safety and PPE requirements is mandatory
What Will Make You Stand Out (Desired Qualifications)
- Strong academic foundation in power electronics, power systems, and electrical and electronic engineering principles
- Familiarity with inverter and converter topologies, PWM techniques, and grid-connected power conversion concepts
- Understanding of battery energy storage systems (BESS), battery management systems (BMS), and energy storage control systems (ESCS)
- Experience working in MATLAB/Simulink, PSCAD, Python, or similar engineering design and simulation tools
- Understanding of digital and analog circuit design principles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for technical documentation and reporting
- Curiosity and genuine interest in the intersection of power electronics and emerging technology sectors such as AI and high-performance computing infrastructure
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a high degree of intellectual curiosity
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with engineers and technical staff at all levels
- Highly self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Previous internship or co-op experience in a related engineering field is a plus
- Demonstrated leadership, teamwork orientation, and a willingness to learn from both successes and mistakes
The pay range for this position is $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.
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 8/12/2026.
U.S. Internship roles are ineligible for GE Vernova benefits.
- 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. Click here to learn more:
Our Culture | GE Vernova
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 August 13, 2026.
U.S. Internship roles are ineligible for GE Vernova benefits.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, or closely related field
- Willing to work in the Niskayuna, NY geographical area
- Willing to work in a lab and high-power test environment; adhere to electrical safety and PPE requirements
- Legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening (no visa sponsorship)
- Strong academic foundation in power electronics and power systems
- Familiarity with inverter and converter topologies, PWM techniques, and grid-connected power conversion
- Understanding of battery energy storage systems (BESS), BMS, and energy storage control systems
- Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, PSCAD, Python, or similar simulation tools
- Understanding of digital and analog circuit design principles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for technical documentation
- Previous internship or co-op experience in a related engineering field
- Strong problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and self-motivation
GE Vernova Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about GE Vernova and has not been reviewed or approved by GE Vernova.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) plan includes company matching contributions and additional company retirement contributions, with access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Feedback suggests this structure supports long-term savings beyond a basic match.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available with flexible, continuous or non-continuous usage, and is complemented by adoption resources and Work/Life Connections guidance. Maternity leave is described as extended relative to typical workplace norms.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs include 12 paid holidays, permissive time off for many salaried roles, and dedicated personal, illness, and caregiving time for U.S. new hires. Some hourly roles start with a defined PTO bank, while other roles may offer unlimited time off.
GE Vernova Insights
What We Do
GE Vernova is a planned purpose-built company on a mission to electrify the planet while simultaneously working to 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. GE Vernova brings together GE’s portfolio of energy businesses including Power, Wind, Electrification and Digital businesses. With focus, GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.
Why Work With Us
Join our team, to evolve and grow, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry who help you get better every day. You’ll get the chance to rewrite the rules, work on cutting-edge technology, and be part of a global team for positive change.
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