Electronic Systems - Summer Internship Positions

Cummins; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in the United States is seeking an internship to develop and manage software for Cummins products across multiple end-use applications. The role covers product software, software tools, hardware, and performance integration, interfacing with stakeholder requirements and validation activities.

The internship emphasizes design verification and system requirements engineering, with opportunities to work on embedded hardware and sensor development in a real-world setting.

Qualifications

• Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college/university
• Minimum 2.5 GPA preferred
• Must be able to complete 40 hours per week
• Willingness to learn from others on the job
• Must be currently residing within the continental U.S.

Skills

Design and Application of Mechatronics

Machine Integration

Product Failure Mode Avoidance

Product Problem Solving

Product Verification and Validation

System Requirements Engineering

Decision quality

Drives results

Communicates effectively

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Job description

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

Product Software:

This applied technology position will be involved in creating and managing the software that controls the operation of many Cummins’ products in a variety of end use applications.

Software Tools:

This applied technology position will be involved in the identification and understanding of stakeholder requirements, specifications and the design, implementation, testing and/or release of software that interact with Cummins’ products in a variety of customer applications.

Hardware:

This applied technology position creates and integrates electrical and electronic hardware that is essential to Cummins products. People in these positions will typically develop and validate electronic sensors, actuators, control units, harnesses, wiring practices, or control systems and associated analog and digital signals to ensure the consistent operation of Cummins’ products in a variety of customer applications.

Product Performance & Controls Integration:

This product focused position tailors’ electronic and electrical systems for Cummins products. People in these positions will translate product requirements into hardware and software technical requirements that control the operation of Cummins’ products in a variety of customer applications.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Design and Application of Mechatronics Systems
• Machine Integration and Optimization
• Product Failure Mode Avoidance
• Product Problem Solving
• Product Verification and Validation Management
• System Requirements Engineering
• Decision quality
• Drives results
• Communicates effectively

Deg r ee Programs Considered:

Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD

Major Programs Typically Considered:

All Engineering Majors

2026 Monthly Salary Range by Degree Level:

• Bachelor's- $4,100 - $5,000
• Master's - $6,000
• PhD - $7,300

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Internship program criteria

• Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college/university
• Minimum 2.5 or above GPA preferred
• Must be able to complete 40 hours per week
• Willingness to learn from others on the job
• Must be currently residing within the continental U.S.

Cummins and E-verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates right to work using E-Verify. Cummins will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

U.S. Early Careers Eligibility Requirements:

Summer Intern: Students must be enrolled full-time at an accredited U.S. college or university, actively pursuing a degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, MBA, or JD), with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Candidates must currently reside within the continental United States. Students are expected to work 40 hours per week for a minimum of 10 weeks and a maximum of 12 weeks.

International Student Eligibility

F-1 visa students must have approved Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Occupational Practical Training (OPT) before their Early Career assignment begin. CPT/OPT must relate to their degree and be authorized by their university. Students are responsible for securing this approval through their school’s international office.

Commitment:

Students must be able to manage their academic responsibilities without compromising their job performance.

Job

Engineering

Organization

Cummins Inc.

Role Category

On-site with Flexibility

Job Type

Student - Internship

Cummins and E-Verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.