Controls Product Management Cost Analyst Intern - Summer 2026
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About this role
Job Description Summary
Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority, and at GE Vernova, we take our responsibility seriously. That is the singular mission of GE Vernova: to continue electrifying the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it.
Looking to make a global impact and solve problems?
Through relentless innovation and continuous collaboration with our customers, GE Gas Power, part of GE Vernova, is providing more advanced, cleaner, and efficient power that people depend on today and building the energy technologies of the future.
Job Description
As an intern of the product management team, you will be an active contributor to the innovation and competitiveness of control system solutions for power plants around the world.
The Cost Analyst Intern will support the Product Management team in analyzing control systems product costs, developing cost models, and identifying opportunities for optimization and competitiveness improvements.
The intern will collaborate with cross-functional teams—including engineering, supply chain, and finance — to provide insights that drive data-based decision-making for product strategy and profitability.
What you’ll do (Job Responsibilities)
- Assist in collecting, validating, and analyzing cost data related to controls products and components.
- Develop and maintain product cost models to support pricing, budgeting, and forecasting activities.
- Support cost benchmarking and variance analysis to identify cost drivers and potential savings opportunities.
- Collaborate with product managers and engineering teams to understand technical requirements and their impact on product cost.
- Prepare reports and presentations summarizing key findings, trends, and recommendations for cost optimization.
- Participate in cross-functional meetings to support product management initiatives and project execution.
- Support the implementation of process improvements related to cost tracking, reporting, and analysis.
What you’ll bring (Basic Qualifications)
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- Minimum of 3.0 cumulative GPA (without rounding)
What will make you stand out (Desired Qualifications)
- Knowledge of controls or industrial automation products.
- Prior internship or coursework experience in controls engineering, cost analysis, product management, or financial modeling.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and data analysis software.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with data visualization tools is a plus.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with large data sets.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Interest in product management, cost analysis, and controls technology.
Inclusion
At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong. Click here to learn more: Our Culture | GE Vernova