Supply Chain Operations Co-op – US – Fall 2026 - Full-time
GE Aerospace9 months ago
Jacksonville, FL, United States
On-site
Internship
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world‐leading provider
of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. With a relentless dedication to safe and sustainable flight,
GE Aerospace invites you to help invent the future of flight as an intern. In the Supply Chain Operations Internship, you will engage in key elements
of daily supply chain operations including materials management and sourcing, gaining valuable hands‐on experience as part of our innovative team.
Key Responsibilities
- Learn and understand state-of-the-art methods of manufacturing.
- Support manufacturing and repair processes for component hardware and/or overall engine assembly.
- Maintain high-quality standards via risk assessment, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and the application of statistical controls.
- Ensure safe work conditions through Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives.
- Learn and apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to drive productivity, on-time delivery, process capability, and stable operations.
- Support delivery efforts for sourced components by collaborating with shops and suppliers while building project management, negotiation, and business acumen.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative G.P.A. on a 4.0 scale without rounding.
- Attending a full-time, registered, and nationally accredited bachelor or graduate program. Accepted majors include Computer Engineering, Business Administration with Operations or Supply Chain focal, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Logistics Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or any relevant/similar major.
- Willingness and ability to work in any of the 35+ GE Aerospace U.S. locations.
- Reliable transportation, as many sites do not have public transportation available.
- Requirements: Successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen, and legal authorization to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship provided).
Preferred Qualifications
- Humble – respectful, receptive, agile, and eager to learn.
- Transparent – shares critical information, speaks honestly, and contributes constructively.
- Focused – quick learner who strategically prioritizes work, is committed, and takes initiative.
- Strong leadership ability – a clear communicator, decisive, and collaborative within a team setting.
- Problem solver – analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, and exercises critical thinking.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced shop floor environment around diverse machinery and equipment.
- Preference for candidates with prior internship, co-op, or military experience in manufacturing/supply chain or engineering.
- Demonstrated commitment to community and university involvement.
Benefits & Perks
- Benefits: Pay rates for this position begin at $20/hour and increase with each undergraduate year completed. Relocation support and housing assistance are available.
- Location: Multiple GE Aerospace U.S. locations.
- Compensation: Competitive hourly rates.
Required Skills
Six Sigma principles
EHS compliance
forecasting
distribution
project management
materials management
contract structuring
planning
analytical thinking
root cause analysis
strategic sourcing
fulfillment
corrective action
logistics
supplier management
risk assessment
negotiation
Lean principles