About this role
About Oshkosh Defense, an Oshkosh company
Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.
Assist a variety of engineers (design, production, manufacturing, industrial, test, etc.) with multiple tasks involving the mechanical engineering functions.
AS A MECHANICAL ENGINEER INTERN, YOU MAY HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO...
- Prepare vehicle component layouts using CAD software i.e., CATIA (Corporate, Defense, & Pierce), or PRO/E (JLG).
- Select parts or components for quality conscious design, i.e., weight, cost, reliability, and ease of manufacturing.
- Follow project on the assembly floor for prototype, pilot, or production build and provide technical assistance.
- Generate engineering calculations of weight distribution, stress analysis, performance estimations, etc.
- Consult with suppliers, customers, and internal departments to find solutions to problems.
- Perform or assist in the testing of complete vehicles or vehicle components.
- Create and manage ECN’s (Engineering Change Notices) using the PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system.
- Design, model and test new mechanical systems that integrate with a vehicle.
- Update bill of materials in the PDM (Product Data Management) system to reflect product changes.
- All other duties or projects as assigned.
*Job duties will vary depending on business unit and location of internship.
If working in the Test & Development area, some responsibilities may include:
- Establish requirements for testing of heavy-duty vehicles and associated equipment.
- Create test plans, recommend resources of equipment necessary to accomplish the test, and formulate test project estimates.
- Conceive necessary fixtures and test apparatus and supervise their construction and development.
- Coordinate, supervise, and monitor testing, record test data.
- Recommend corrective actions needed to achieve reliability and performance, and maintain schedule and cost targets.
- Communicate status and results of tests to internal departments, suppliers, and customers.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Student working towards a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering field throughout entire duration of the internship.
- Graduation date of December 2026 or later.
- Willing to travel or relocate to Oshkosh, WI for the Summer of 2026 (relocation assistance provided for those with a permanent address of greater than 50 miles from Oshkosh, WI).
STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Experience in extracurricular activities outside academic requirements.
- Previous internship experience or work-related experience.
- Experience using CATIA, Creo, Pro-E or a similar CAD system is a plus.
- Previous experience or heightened interest in mechanical design.
Pay Range:
$18.00 - $37.00The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.
Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected].
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
Other facts
About Oshkosh Corporation
Moving the world forward.
Oshkosh (NYSE: OSK) is a global industrial technology company that pioneers innovation, engineers solutions and transforms industries to empower everyday heroes.
Using electrification, autonomy, artificial intelligence and connectivity, Oshkosh designs and manufactures scalable, adaptable and purpose-built solutions for some of the world’s toughest jobs under the brands of JLG®, Hinowa, Pierce®, Power Towers, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh® Defense, McNeilus®, IMT®, Jerr-Dan®, Frontline™ Communications, Oshkosh® Airport Products, Oshkosh® AeroTech and Pratt Miller.
We make a difference in people’s lives by creating mission-critical equipment that serves the everyday hero. Our innovation is people focused and developed by sharing advances across our portfolio of companies. For us, it’s about moving the world forward through building, serving and protecting communities.
Our purpose: Make a difference in people’s lives.
Global team members: approximately 17,000
What you'll do
- Assist engineers with mechanical engineering functions, including preparing vehicle component layouts and generating engineering calculations. Perform testing of vehicles or components and manage engineering change notices.
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