SkillBridge Intern

General Dynamics Land Systems
United States, Michigan, Sterling Heights
38500 Mound Road (Show on map)
Oct 24, 2024
OVERVIEW General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) is a proud and approved DoD SkillBridge Industry Partner. SkillBridge is an excellent opportunity as you plan for your life after the military. This program is open to any rank, enlisted or officer. You may be eligible to participate in SkillBridge if you: Have 180 days of service or fewer remaining prior to your date of discharge and you have at least 180 continuous days of active service. Obtain approval from your unit commander. Will receive an honorable discharge. Agree that participation in SkillBridge can be terminated at any time by the service if mission requirements dictate. The General Dynamics Land Systems SkillBridge Internship Program provides an opportunity for Service members to transition from service to industry. Our 151 to 180-day internship assignments provide real-world exposure to day-to-day activities in departments and hands-on training opportunities to re-skill and up-skill. Participants are not eligible for compensation from GDLS, as they continue to receive DOD compensation and benefits as active-duty service members. Service members receive supervision and mentorship from experienced professionals in respective fields, are included as part of the team within the department. INTRODUCTION General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment. GDLS POTENTIAL SKILLBRIDGE OPPORTUNITIES Administrative Business Development Communications Engineering Finance Human Resources Information Technology Legal/Contracts Manufacturing & Customer Support Production and Skill Trades Program Office Purchasing and Supply Chain OBJECTIVE SkillBridge program participants will receive on the job training and job-shadowing opportunities to gain skills to meet the specific needs of the organization and will be prepared to meet the GDLS mission to provide innovative design, engineering, technology, production, and full life-cycle support for land combat vehicles around the globe. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, mentoring, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on GDLS leadership expectations, company history, customer / stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities. GOAL Offer transitioning service members a rewarding opportunity to learn from the General Dynamics Land Systems team. If you do not see a SkillBridge internship opportunity posted that matches your skills, please contact talentacquisition@gdls.com. We can discuss your skills and career goals to determine if there is a different opportunity for you at GDLS. Thank you for your service!