What Impact You’ll Make:
As an intern on the U.S. Government Affairs & Policy Team, you will be an active contributor to key strategic projects and processes that help advance GE Vernova’s mission to electrify to thrive and decarbonize. An internship may include legislative research, government education and engagement, and policy development.
What You’ll Do:
Partner with colleagues to execute Government Affairs & Policy initiatives across the company to help drive policy and strategy development in key areas and improve company advocacy.
Work with cross-functional teams to respond to formal and informal requests for information from congressional offices and government agencies.
Contribute to the preparation and follow up for meetings with government officials, industry associations, and other stakeholder groups, including internal business units.
Assist in the research and analysis of current and proposed legislation, regulations, and other policies to determine potential impacts on GE Vernova businesses and possible Government Affairs and Policy advocacy opportunities.
Help execute public policy and affairs campaigns to achieve GE Vernova priorities and objectives.
Manage and organize team documents, files, and databases, including internal policy materials, outreach lists, and more.
Execute other special projects as needed, including assistance on annual priorities, stakeholder management, and tools to address business needs.
Participate in key team meetings to ensure the GE Vernova Government Affairs and Policy team is proactively tracking and responding to relevant policy trends.
Internship Term Dates: June- Aug 2026
Expected Work Schedule: Day/1st -Shift (40 - hours weekly)
What You’ll Bring (Basic Qualifications):
Current enrollment in a full-time bachelor’s or master’s program in a field related to political science, public policy, business, engineering, or sustainability.
Minimum of 3.0 cumulative GPA.
Other Eligibility Requirements:
Permanent legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
What Will Make You Stand Out (Desired Qualifications):
Ability to work in our Washington, DC, headquarters
Basic knowledge or familiarity of U.S. government (legislative processes, regulatory environment, etc.)
Strong user level MS office skills
Flexibility and ability to learn and adapt
Analytical thinking
Team player attitude
Effective communication skills, ability to work in a team, willingness to learn
Process analysis/design, problem solving, comprehensive deep dive
Advanced communication skills - both written and verbal
Interest in energy sector and sustainability
Benefits Available to You:
Hands-on experience in government affairs and policy work, with access to skilled professionals in the field.
The pay for this position ranges from $21.00/hr - $30.00/hr based on years of undergraduate/ 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 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.)
This position will remain open until at least April 9, 2026.
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 April 02, 2026.
U.S. Internship roles are ineligible for GE Vernova benefits.
GE Vernova Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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.
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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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