About the role#
General Atomics is hiring an Engineering Intern to join the Electromagnetic Systems team in Tupelo, Mississippi. This is a full-time, 10-week summer program where you will support daily functional operations and contribute to technical projects.
What you'll do#
- Assist with routine and non-routine tasks within your assigned functional area.
- Analyze, investigate, and help resolve engineering problems.
- Create electronic and hard copy reports, diagrams, charts, and records.
- Follow all safety procedures and company regulations while working.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate student in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
- If you are graduating before the internship starts, you must plan to enroll in a graduate program immediately after.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 is preferred.
- Ability to learn new concepts and apply them to your work.
- Strong communication skills to interact with internal team members.
- Capability to work well both independently and in a team setting.
- Basic computer skills and the ability to follow detailed instructions.
- Commitment to the full 10-week program.
Location & details#
- Location: Tupelo, Mississippi.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $30.00 to $32.00 per hour, based on your field of study and years of college completed.
- Citizenship: US citizenship is required.
About General Atomics
General Atomics is a defense and space manufacturing company based in San Diego, California. Founded in 1955, the firm operates as a privately held business. It develops technology for government and commercial clients. The company works on projects including unmanned aerial vehicles, nuclear reactors, and fusion energy.
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