About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in the defense industry. You will work alongside professionals to support medical operations. The role involves a mix of clinical tasks and administrative projects.
What you'll do#
- Treat occupational injuries and conduct fitness for duty exams.
- Perform medical surveillance exams required by OSHA.
- Collaborate with teams including Safety, Workers Compensation, Training, Operations, Employee and Labor Relations, and Security.
- Develop clinical skills and manage administrative assignments.
What you'll need#
- You must be at least 18 years old and a US citizen.
- You must be enrolled full-time at a college or university and have completed your freshman year.
- You are pursuing a degree in nursing, occupational therapy, health administration, health sciences, public health, biomedical sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related medical field.
- You can work 40 hours per week for at least eight consecutive weeks between May and September 2027.
- You must pass a medically supervised drug screen and a background check.
- Proficiency in MS Office, strong communication skills, and the ability to solve problems are required.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship for Summer 2027.
- Assignments are located in Groton, Connecticut, or North Kingstown, Rhode Island.
- You will need to arrange your own transportation and housing for the duration of the program.
About General Dynamics
General Dynamics produces combat vehicles, nuclear-powered submarines, and business jets. The company operates in 43 countries and maintains its headquarters in Reston, Virginia. It was founded in 1952. The organization employs over 10,000 people and focuses on aerospace, defense, and marine systems.
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