SSN Electrical Engineering and Design - 2027 Engineering Summer Internship

Overview General Dynamics Electric Boat provides an unparalleled learning experience for college students, offering practical exposure in the defense industry alongside expert engineers, shaping the future of submarine innovation. Engineers at Electric Boat work collaboratively across departments and with our customer to develop innovative solutions for the United States Navy’s nuclear submarines. As an Intern , you'll be exposed to various engineering activities with the support of our senior staff. This program grants our trainees the opportunity to develop valuable skills and dive into cutting-edge projects such as leading the Columbia Class design and enhancing Virginia Class submarines. Every intern will be exposed to a wealth of knowledge in order to excel in the engineering domain. This program requires a minimum commitment of 8 weeks during the Summer 2027 Season. Participation in this program requires medical screening, passing a drug test, and potential DOD Investigation This is not a remote opportunity. All applicants have the potential to be placed at any of the following locations: Groton CT, New London CT, North Kingstown RI, Newport RI, North Stonington CT. SSN Electrical Engineering and Design – Summer Internship Job Description: The SSN Electrical Engineering and Design Directorate’s mission is to develop high quality integrated electrical design solutions for the Navy by planning and executing our work, critically assessing our performance, and incorporating learning opportunities into future projects: Constructively collaborate across functional disciplines to ensure integrated design solutions Accurately forecast and schedule work for effective allocation of resources Effectively manage work execution to deliver quality products in accordance with schedule and budget Efficiently develop, acquire, and transfer knowledge to become a self-sustaining learning organization The work performed within the SSN Electrical Engineering and Design Directorate covers a wide range of responsibility across multiple submarine classes, including VIRGINIA, COLUMBIA, and future submarine platforms. Critical work areas include system and software development, electrical design products, supplier management, new construction, and commissioned ship support. SSN Electrical Engineering and Design Summer Interns may be responsible for the following tasks: Implementation of systems engineering across a variety of electrical systems, electrical and electronic components, and software applications. Detailed design, development, qualification, and ship integration of major submarine electrical and electronic systems. Engagements with various suppliers to ensure electrical system and component requirements and specifications are being met. Software architecture design, development, and test for electrical systems. Implementation of unique cybersecurity requirements for shipboard electrical systems. Network…