Materials Engineering Intern

Polaris Inc.; Wyoming (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Inc. invites motivated students to join the Materials Engineering Internship for a 12-week program in the Minnesota lab.

You will work on real projects, set goals, and develop capabilities in failure analysis, microscopy, and material characterization while supporting process improvements. You’ll gain exposure to heat treatment, metallurgical techniques, and report writing, with housing/relocation assistance possible and potential sponsorship considerations.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in Materials or Metallurgical Engineering.
• GPA 3.0+ preferred.
• 12-week, 40 hours/week internship May/June-August 2025.
• Familiar with metallurgical lab equipment and processing such as heat treatment.
• Demonstrated problem solving, communication, leadership, and teamwork.
• Prior internship or leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Materials Engineering lab tasks and project work.
• Lead at least one major project on technology or process development.
• Develop skills in failure analysis and fractography.
• Gain experience with material characterization and reporting.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Self-motivation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Materials or Metallurgical Engineering

Job description

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to Think Outside. What to expect: The Polaris Materials Engineering Internship is designed to provide real world experience in our world class materials lab. Our 12-week program allows you to have exposure to multiple facets of engineering to help you develop and define core areas of interest and strengths. Your assignments offer value-added deliverables that have a direct impact on developing new lab capabilities. You will have the invaluable chance to bring your education to life through real world project work at one of the most dynamic companies within the power sports industry. Through your experience you will have opportunities to expedite your knowledge of the business, develop innovative solutions to real business challenges and build a network of Polaris employees.

As a Materials Engineering Intern, you will:

• Set personalized goals and projects targeted at driving the Materials Engineering and Testing department growth.
• Lead and drive at least one large project focused on technology and process development or improvement.
• Develop skills in failure analysis and fractography including the use of tools like SEM and Xray.
• Gain experience with metallurgical lab work including material characterization, optical microscopy, mechanical testing, and report writing.
• Get exposure to non-metallic analysis through failure analysis and characterization techniques such as FTIR, TGA, and DSC.
• Expand your knowledge in materials and processes and their use in recreation vehicles.
• Learn how components and assemblies used to build vehicles are validated.
• Be located in Wyoming, MN product development center.
• Potentially qualify for both financial housing assistance and relocation reimbursement.

Intern responsibilities include:

• Transportation to/from office
• Securing housing for the duration of the internship

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Materials or Metallurgical Engineering
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0, preferred
• Able to complete full 12-week internship working 40 hours per week (May/June-August 2025)
• Familiarity with metallurgical laboratory equipment, materials processing such as heat treatment, forging, metal stampings, plastic injection molding, die-casting processes
• Proven strength in the following areas: analysis and creative problem solving, communication, interpersonal relationships, self-motivation, and leadership
• The drive to actively learn while contributing to both personal and company-wide goals through creative and innovative thinking

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous Internship/Co-op experience
• Previous leadership experience in work, organizations, or classroom

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $24.00 to $32.00 per hour, plus eligibility for overtime. Individual pay and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.

We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to Think Outside.

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com

EEO Statement

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at 800-765-2747 or [e-mail]. To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov).

At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work. As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers. At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures. Learn more at http://www.polaris.com/careers