Job Summary

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Undergraduate Intern with field of study in Chemical Engineering to join our EMS Process Systems team in San Diego, California!

This position is available for undergraduate students to participate in supervised practical training in a professional field. The position assists in the completion of routine and non-routine tasks; assists in the analysis, investigation and solution of problems; and assists in developing electronic and hard copy documentation as required.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under general supervision, will assist in the performance of pilot plant testing of the supercritical water oxidation technology to confirm destruction of a variety of waste feed streams. Responsibilities include feed preparation, liquid sampling, analytical sample preparation, and assisting with equipment maintenance and instrumentation upgrades.
• Will require participation in safety training to ensure safe operations.
• Will assist in the download, preparation, evaluation, and documentation of test data.
• Must be able to perform general lifting of materials and equipment (<35 lb) and may be required to occasionally climb ladders to perform duties (<6 ft).
• Will work in a team environment.
• Will be required to occasionally present results in a meeting format.
• Participates in the day to day activities of assigned functional area assisting in the completion of routine and non-routine tasks.
• Assists in applying knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve problems.
• Assists in developing electronic and hard copy reports, records, diagrams and charts.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

• Desired Skills: Mechanical Skills, e.g., car mechanic or similar are a plus.
• Requires active enrollment and currently attending as an undergraduate student at a recognized college or university.
• Completion of Junior year at time of internship preferred.
• Applicants who will have completed their undergraduate degree by the time the internship program would begin, must be planning to continue in a graduate program immediately following the conclusion of the internship program.
• 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred
• Ability to understand new concepts and apply them accurately.
• Ability to follow general and detailed instructions as well as organizational policies and procedures.
• Basic communication and interpersonal skills to enable effective interface with internal professionals.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Basic computer skills.

This position pays at an hourly rate of $29.00 - $31.00/hr., depending on your specific field of study and the number of college years completed.
Salary:$44,590 - $66,295