Electrical Engineering Intern

Oshkosh Corporation; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation offers an Electrical Engineering Intern position that provides hands-on experience in the design, development, integration, and testing of electrical systems for Oshkosh vehicles and products. You will work with Electrical Engineers and cross-functional teams to apply classroom learning to real engineering challenges.

Throughout the internship, you’ll gain experience with vehicle electrical systems, embedded controls, wire harness design, electrical schematics, component

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering field is required.
• Interest in vehicle electrical systems, embedded systems, controls, or electrical product development is desired.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with engineering and cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel or relocate to Oshkosh, WI for the duration of the summer internship.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, development, and integration of vehicle electrical and embedded control systems.
• Assist with electrical system architecture, component selection, and design activities.
• Select components with consideration for performance, quality, reliability, cost, weight, and manufacturability.
• Develop wire harness designs using 3D modeling tools such as CATIA or CREO.
• Create and update electrical schematics using tools such as E3 Series or CREO Schematics.
• Support circuit analysis and other engineering calculations.
• Develop and maintain bills of materials and engineering documentation.
• Support prototype, pilot, and production vehicle builds on the assembly floor.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems and provide technical support during vehicle builds and testing.
• Participate in testing and validation activities to evaluate electrical system performance.
• Collaborate with suppliers, customers, manufacturing teams, and other engineering disciplines to solve technical challenges.
• Identify opportunities to improve electrical designs, processes, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Document engineering findings, design decisions, test results, and recommendations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Pursuing undergraduate or graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

CATIA

CREO

E3 Series

CREO Schematics

Job description

At Oshkosh, we build, serve and protect people and communities around the world by designing and manufacturing some of the toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. We employ over 18,000 team members all united by a common purpose. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day.

THE ROLE

As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you will gain hands‑on engineering experience supporting the design, development, integration, and testing of electrical systems for Oshkosh vehicles and products.

You’ll work alongside Electrical Engineers and cross‑functional teams to apply what you’re learning in the classroom to real engineering challenges. Depending on your project assignment, you may gain experience with vehicle electrical systems, embedded controls, wire harness design, electrical schematics, component selection, prototype builds, testing, or troubleshooting.

Throughout your internship, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful engineering work, build your technical skills, and see your designs and solutions come to life on real products.

YOUR IMPACT

As An Electrical Engineering Intern, Your Responsibilities May Include

• Supporting the design, development, and integration of vehicle electrical and embedded control systems
• Assisting with electrical system architecture, component selection, and design activities
• Selecting components with consideration for performance, quality, reliability, cost, weight, and manufacturability
• Developing wire harness designs using 3D modeling tools such as CATIA or CREO
• Creating and updating electrical schematics using tools such as E3 Series or CREO Schematics
• Supporting circuit analysis and other engineering calculations
• Developing and maintaining bills of materials and engineering documentation
• Supporting prototype, pilot, and production vehicle builds on the assembly floor
• Troubleshooting electrical systems and providing technical support during vehicle builds and testing
• Participating in testing and validation activities to evaluate electrical system performance
• Collaborating with suppliers, customers, manufacturing teams, and other engineering disciplines to solve technical challenges
• Identifying opportunities to improve electrical designs, processes, reliability, and manufacturability
• Documenting engineering findings, design decisions, test results, and recommendations

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering field
• Interest in vehicle electrical systems, embedded systems, controls, or electrical product development
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with engineering and cross-functional teams
• Willingness to learn new engineering tools, technologies, and processes
• Willingness to travel or relocate to Oshkosh, WI for the duration of the summer internship

Summer housing is available to interns whose permanent address is more than 50 miles from their work location.

Standout Qualifications

• Vehicle electrical systems
• Embedded systems or controls
• Electrical circuit design and analysis
• Wire harness design
• Electrical schematics
• CATIA or CREO
• E3 Series or CREO Schematics
• CAD or 3D modeling
• CAN or other vehicle communication networks
• Electronics, sensors, or electronic control units (ECUs)
• Hands‑on electrical troubleshooting, testing, or lab work
• Manufacturing or prototype environments
• Engineering clubs, design teams, research, or hands‑on technical projects

Experience You Will Gain

• Apply electrical engineering concepts to real‑world vehicle and product development
• Gain hands‑on experience with electrical systems, components, and engineering tools
• Understand how electrical designs move from concept through prototype, testing, and production
• Work directly with engineers, suppliers, manufacturing teams, and other technical professionals
• Develop troubleshooting, problem‑solving, design, and technical communication skills
• Gain exposure to the integration of electrical, mechanical, software, and control systems
• Contribute to meaningful engineering projects with a tangible impact on Oshkosh products

WHY OSHKOSH?

Moving the future forward is our priority—and that includes your future. We encourage professional development and champion our employees’ success through learning, development, and hands‑on experiences.

Everything We Do At Oshkosh Is Guided By Our Core Values And The Team Members Around The World Who Embody Them

We put people first. We do the right thing. We persevere. We are better together.

Pay Range

$18.00 - $37.00

The 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 [e-mail].

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.