Design Intern - Summer 2027

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; New Hudson (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation is offering a Design Internship through Pratt Miller, focusing on vehicle system design, product development, and mentored project work across motorsports, automotive, defense, and commercial sectors. Interns will use CAD tools to design and analyze components under supervision, gaining hands-on experience with real-world projects.

The role emphasizes proficiency in 3D CAD, GD&T, and documentation, with opportunities to learn about materials, testing, and validation in a

Qualifications

• Experience with parametric 3D modeling and GD&T.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel; capable of creating reports.
• Basic understanding of materials and processes used in structural products; testing for integrity.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle System Design and Development.
• Product Design & Development.

Skills

Parametric 3D modeling

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Technical writing (Word/Excel)

PowerPoint presentations

Materials knowledge

Structural testing techniques

Team mentorship

Education

BS/MS candidate in Materials Science or Mechanical/Aerospace/Automotive Engineering

Tools

ProE

Unigraphics

CATIA

Solidworks

IDEAS

Mechanical Desktop

Ansys

NASTRAN

Optistruct

Job description

About Pratt Miller, an Oshkosh companyPratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster.Pratt Miller is a world-class technology company and a respected leader in motorsports, automotive, and defense industries providing clients with advanced engineering and low-volume manufacturing solutions.Our Design interns apply existing skill sets to solve engineering design and development problems while expanding their current knowledge base. These efforts can be applied to short or long-term projects, including virtual prototype development, design, and development, testing assistance, and engineering analysis. Candidates must have some CAD experience.Position will require working individually, under the mentorship of a Senior Design Department Mentor, and/or with a small team of designers / engineers to execute customer projects. Projects include motorsports, automotive, defense and commercial industries.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following areas:1. Vehicle System Design and Development2. Product Design & DevelopmentESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:• Experience in parametric 3D modeling and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.• Technical writing skills for reports and specifications using MS Word and Excel; good platform skills using PowerPoint for presentations.• Must have an understanding of the basic materials and processes utilized in structural products as well as associated testing techniques to validate product integrity.Desired Education and Training:• BS or MS candidate in Materials Science, Mechanical, Aerospace or Automotive EngineeringDesired Specialized Knowledge and Skills:• ProE, Unigraphics, CATIA, Solidworks, IDEAS, Mechanical Desktop• Ansys, NASTRAN, Optistruct linear static structural analysisOther Requirements:This position will require lawful access to ITAR/EAR controlled information and employees in this role will need to meet those requirements. Requirements include US Citizenship, US Permanent Resident or ability to meet licensure requirements. Pratt Miller is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.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 accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email [e-mail] 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.