The General Dynamics Internship Experience

Opportunity to present summer project to

managers, stakeholders and co-workers.

A Guide to General Dynamics Mission Systems For High School Students

Engineering & Manufacturing Leadership ProgramsThe Engineering Leadership Program (ELP) and

Manufacturing Leadership Program (MLP) are both

three year, entry level programs designed to develop

technical business leaders in an accelerated

learning environment.

The programs include:

� Rotational Assignments

� Mentoring

� Leadership Development

� Community Service

� Technical Training

� Masters Degree

Entrance Requirements:

� Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

� Minimum 3.0 GPA

� Demonstrated Leadership

� Previous Work Experience

� School and Community Involvement

For more information about internships, ELP, MLP, or

General Dynamics employment

contact info@gd-ms.com or visit

www.gdmissionsystems.com/careers

I’m a mechanical engineering student and

had an internship in systems. While on an

internal research and development project last

year, my tasks led me to learn HTML, CSS and

JavaScript, and I became interested in the software

side of my program. After going back to school,

I took any computer science courses I could fit

into my schedule. When I graduate in May, I will be

pursuing a full-time position as a software engineer.

Thanks to the support and encouragement of my

managers and team at General Dynamics, I was

able to gain interest in a completely different field

and ultimately change the course of my future as

an engineer.”

Cecelia Demarest, Intern

~30 Intern positions each summer Social Events

College Students (sophomore and above preferred)

Co-Op Positions Available!

Lunch and Learn Sessions with Managers

Our Pittsfield LocationGeneral Dynamics Missions Systems is a defense

contractor with over 9,000 employees world-wide.

Specifically in Pittsfield, we have over 1100 employees

and our primary customers are the US Navy and US Air

Force. We have 50 years of experience in the design,

production, installation, and sustainment of strategic

nuclear weapon systems. We provide full life cycle

weapon system support and have proven performance in

guidance, weapon sys-tem command and control, missile

support systems, open architecture, and nuclear weapon

security.

The largest programs that our employees support are:

� Littoral Combat Ship: We help design, build, and

support hardware and software for this new class of

Navy ships.

� Ship Submersible Ballistic Nuclear (SSBN): We

fully support the current fleet of ballistic nuclear

subma-rines and incrementally modernize the system.

� Ohio Class Replacement: We are working to design

the new US ballistic nuclear submarine fleet, that will

be fielded through 2084.

� Weapon Control System: We support the weapon

control for the Virginia Class submarines.

� Internal Research and Development: We fund new

projects each year and perform cutting edge research

to benefit our customers’ missions.

Building your resume for a career at General Dynamics in Pittsfield...

Suggested ClassesIf you are interested in STEM, we

suggest advanced math and physics

courses. As you start to choose electives,

any technical classes are great choices.

AP Classes are encouraged!

Here are some suggestions:

� Math

• Algebra II• Trigonometry• Calculus

� Physics

� Any Engineering Elective

� Software Languages

• C++

� CAD/Drafting

• ProEngineer

LeadershipLeadership potential is an important

factor in the application process. You

can develop these important skills

through experiences such as:

� National Honor Society

� Sports (Captains, etc.)

� Eagle Scouts/Girl Scouts

� Class Council

SkillsWe look for students who have

skills such as:

� Public Speaking

� Design Experience

� Experience working in teams

Volunteer ActivitiesWe take pride in our employees’

community involvement and volunteerism.

Some ways to volunteer in your

community include:

� Relay for Life

� Food Drives

� Habitat for Humanity

� Best Buddies

� Berkshire United Way

WE RECRUIT TALENTED STUDENTS FROM...

� Berkshire Community College

� Clarkson University

� Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

� Northeastern University

� Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

� Rochester Institute of Technology

� Union College

� University of Massachusetts

� Western New England University

� Worcester Polytechnic Institute

� And more...Students show off their putting machine during the GD Sponsored High School Design Competition.

Get Connected with our EmployeesGet involved with some of our enriching

events and experience General Dynamics

for yourself!

Shadow DayHigh School Juniors and Seniors

are invit-ed to the Pittsfield facility to

experience “A Day in the Life” of a our

employees. Stu-dents also tour the facility

and participate in fun and educational

activities!

High School Design CompetitionEach year, our employees create a

multiphase competition which requires

students to learn engineering concepts,

design and build a device, and compete

against local high schools for prizes!