Process Engineering Manager Internships
Process engineering manager internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career candidates hands-on project experience working directly alongside working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Roles are concentrated in Manufacturing and Electronics & Hardware, with Precision CastParts, FECON, and Tesla among the employers posting roles now.
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Job Description
The Energy to Change the World
GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. At GE Vernova, we are working to solve the world’s most pressing challenge—the energy transition. Our Gas Power business provides more advanced, cleaner, and efficient power that people depend on today while building the energy technologies of the future.
What impact you will make:
As a Process Engineering Co-op within the METEM team, you will be an active contributor to the technical processes used to manufacture critical components for the world’s most efficient gas turbines. You will apply engineering principles to stabilize and optimize non-traditional machining methods, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of precision and quality.
Depending on your background and skillset, you will support the technical development of the following areas: * Electrochemical Machining (ECM): Applying Engineering and Chemistry skills in specialized industrial electrochemistry applications, providing a foundation for future growth in battery and fuel cell manufacturing. * Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) & Fast Hole Drilling (FHD): Gaining experience in non-traditional machining technologies to support turbine nozzles and buckets.
What you will do:
Technical Troubleshooting: Work with complex, chemical and mechanical process equipment to identify and resolve issues that cause variation in part quality or process performance.
Parameter Optimization: Build intimate process knowledge to evaluate and identify areas for improvement in key process parameters to enhance performance and reduce cycle times.
Process Documentation: Enhance and maintain technical knowledge of current standards, codes, and procedures to ensure stable, repeatable, and safe production.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with manufacturing and quality teams to implement technical changes and drive direct material productivity savings.
Data Analysis: Use engineering data and Lean Six Sigma methodologies to evaluate process performance and lead small-scale projects to implement technical improvements.
What you’ll bring (Basic Qualifications):
Currently enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate program in an engineering discipline.
Accepted Majors: Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
What will make you stand out (Desired Characteristics):
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (without rounding).
Strong technical interest in manufacturing technology and non-traditional machining.
Laboratory or hands-on experience with mechanical or chemical systems.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and act on technical data.
Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative shop environment.
Eligibility Requirements:
Internship Term: Fall/Winter 2026 (Target Start: September 21, 2026; Target End: March 27, 2027).
Work Schedule: 40 hours per week (1st Shift).
Authorization: This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government export restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents and protected individuals (e.g., certain refugees and asylees)). GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Pay Range: $1,000 to $2,000 weekly (Based on years of undergraduate/graduate field of study completed).
Benefits Available to You:
Relocation Assistance: Reimbursement for reasonable expenditures for employees with a permanent address >50 miles from the work location.
Housing Allowance: Weekly allowance to help off-set living expenses for eligible students.
Retirement: Access to the GE Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) after 90 days of service.
Employee Assistance Program: 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 28, 2026.
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.
Additional Information
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
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 30, 2026.
U.S. Internship roles are ineligible for GE Vernova benefits.
Job Description
The Energy to Change the World
GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. At GE Vernova, we are working to solve the world’s most pressing challenge—the energy transition. Our Gas Power business provides more advanced, cleaner, and efficient power that people depend on today while building the energy technologies of the future.
What impact you will make:
As a Process Engineering Co-op within the METEM team, you will be an active contributor to the technical processes used to manufacture critical components for the world’s most efficient gas turbines. You will apply engineering principles to stabilize and optimize non-traditional machining methods, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of precision and quality.
Depending on your background and skillset, you will support the technical development of the following areas: * Electrochemical Machining (ECM): Applying Engineering and Chemistry skills in specialized industrial electrochemistry applications, providing a foundation for future growth in battery and fuel cell manufacturing. * Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) & Fast Hole Drilling (FHD): Gaining experience in non-traditional machining technologies to support turbine nozzles and buckets.
What you will do:
Technical Troubleshooting: Work with complex, chemical and mechanical process equipment to identify and resolve issues that cause variation in part quality or process performance.
Parameter Optimization: Build intimate process knowledge to evaluate and identify areas for improvement in key process parameters to enhance performance and reduce cycle times.
Process Documentation: Enhance and maintain technical knowledge of current standards, codes, and procedures to ensure stable, repeatable, and safe production.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with manufacturing and quality teams to implement technical changes and drive direct material productivity savings.
Data Analysis: Use engineering data and Lean Six Sigma methodologies to evaluate process performance and lead small-scale projects to implement technical improvements.
What you’ll bring (Basic Qualifications):
Currently enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate program in an engineering discipline.
Accepted Majors: Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
What will make you stand out (Desired Characteristics):
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (without rounding).
Strong technical interest in manufacturing technology and non-traditional machining.
Laboratory or hands-on experience with mechanical or chemical systems.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and act on technical data.
Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative shop environment.
Eligibility Requirements:
Internship Term: Fall/Winter 2026 (Target Start: September 21, 2026; Target End: March 27, 2027).
Work Schedule: 40 hours per week (1st Shift).
Authorization: This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government export restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents and protected individuals (e.g., certain refugees and asylees)). GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Pay Range: $1,000 to $2,000 weekly (Based on years of undergraduate/graduate field of study completed).
Benefits Available to You:
Relocation Assistance: Reimbursement for reasonable expenditures for employees with a permanent address >50 miles from the work location.
Housing Allowance: Weekly allowance to help off-set living expenses for eligible students.
Retirement: Access to the GE Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) after 90 days of service.
Employee Assistance Program: 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 28, 2026.
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.
Additional Information
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
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 30, 2026.
U.S. Internship roles are ineligible for GE Vernova benefits.
Process Engineering Manager Internship Market
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Tips for Your Process Engineering Manager Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer roles
Large manufacturers and industrial employers open summer internship applications the preceding fall, often in August through October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings regularly starting in early fall so you are in the first wave rather than finding roles already closed.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for process engineering manager internships expect limited work history, so your portfolio does the heavy lifting. Document two or three projects, whether from coursework, personal work, or student competitions, naming the tools used, the process problem you addressed, and the outcome. CAD files, process flow diagrams, and written case studies are the artifacts that give reviewers something concrete to assess.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside your campus activity widens the pool you reach and covers employers who never attend university events.
Practice your technical screen out loud before you apply
Process engineering manager intern screens typically include a technical or analytical component, such as a case study on process improvement, a lean or Six Sigma problem, or a data interpretation exercise. Practice working through problems verbally and explaining your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weight how you think as much as the final answer.
Target rotational and university cohort programs early
Larger industrial and manufacturing companies run structured internship programs designed to train people new to process engineering roles. These rotational or cohort programs recruit early and fill fast. Identify the ones aligned with your target industry or company type and apply in the first recruitment wave, well before general internship postings appear.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 100% of the process engineering manager internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start searching, then filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate so you are not sorting through roles you cannot accept. Applying to a filtered list saves time and keeps your applications focused.
Process Engineering Manager Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a process engineering manager internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio of documented process improvement or engineering projects, including tools used and measurable outcomes, so recruiters have something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for candidates they meet in person.
Can a process engineering manager internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for process engineering manager interns is consistent performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and understanding the employer's return-offer timeline early. Position yourself by delivering results and asking for feedback, while keeping other options open rather than counting on a specific outcome.
When should I apply for process engineering manager internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers open summer internship recruiting the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking regularly and applying as soon as a role posts gives you the best shot at structured cohort programs that fill on a rolling basis.
Are process engineering manager internships paid?
Most professional process engineering manager internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show pay where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid internships exist but are rare among larger industrial and manufacturing employers, and they are more common at very small firms or nonprofit-adjacent organizations.
What should a process engineering manager internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three fully documented engineering or process improvement projects, naming the tools and methodologies used, with links to CAD files, design portfolios, or technical write-ups where available, since those give reviewers something role-specific to evaluate. Add relevant coursework in process systems, lean manufacturing, or industrial engineering, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote process engineering manager internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the process engineering manager internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract candidates from across the country, so apply early and use the work-type filter to pull them up before sorting through on-site roles you cannot take.
Can international students get process engineering manager internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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