GE Aerospace Defense & Systems Contracts Management Intern

Job Description Summary

Job Description

GE Aerospace Defense & Systems is recruiting summer associates for a 10-week internship. The ideal candidate is a highly-motivated individual interested in learning more about Contracts Management & Government Property. The selected candidate will receive education and exposure to a variety of disciplines of contracts, including risk mitigation strategies, negotiation skills and strategies, and understanding Government regulations, as required.

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include the following:

• Provide contract administration for assigned proposals and contracts including regular interfacing with customers, leading negotiations, and assisting with contract interpretation all while ensuring compliance to GE policies and Government regulations

• Collaborate cross functionally with the Manufacturing, Program Management, Finance, Sales, Property, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Legal teams

• Provide support to managers and senior contract personnel on assigned contracts

• May perform as part of a team for special projects

• Actively listen to internal and external sources and propose solutions to maximize our impact and deliver on our commitments

• Review processes and suggest improvement to ensure overall efficiency within the context of lean

Qualifications/Requirements

• Majors: Business Administration, Economics or related

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA off a 4.0 scale without rounding

• Attending a full time matriculated and nationally accredited baccalaureate or graduate program in Business Administration, or related

• Willingness and ability to work in the United States; primarily locations are Cincinnati, OH or Lynn, MA

• Fluency in English (written and oral)

• Reliable transportation, many of our sites do not have public transportation available

Eligibility Requirements

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. 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. This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status before employment.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong knowledge of computer and Microsoft products

• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn

• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with honesty, contributes constructively

• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed, and takes initiative

• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, and collaborative teamwork

• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenge existing processes, critical thinker

Benefits

Pay rates for this position begin at $18.25/hour and increase for each undergraduate year completed. Relocation support and housing assistance is available for those who relocate to a new city.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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.