Modeling and Simulation Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Town of New Hudson (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation is seeking a Modeling and Simulation Engineering Intern to assist with multibody dynamics, vehicle performance analysis, and co-simulation activities. You will work with experienced engineers to build and post-process models for product development, gaining hands-on experience in simulation workflows and data interpretation.

The internship emphasizes collaboration with design, test, controls, and manufacturing teams, plus documentation of methods and conclusions.

Qualifications

• Completion of foundational coursework in dynamics, mechanics, controls, and numerical methods.
• Prior internship, Formula SAE/Baja SAE, research, or design-team experience is beneficial but not required.
• Willingness to learn new engineering tools, methods, and concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with multibody dynamics modeling and vehicle performance analysis.
• Build, modify, run, and post-process simulation models of vehicles and mechanical systems.
• Support correlation of simulation results with physical test data.

Skills

Multibody dynamics

Vehicle performance analysis

Co-simulation

Scripting (Python / MATLAB)

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate engineering student

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

C++

Adams/Dymola/Simscape

Job description

About Pratt Miller

About Pratt Miller, an Oshkosh company Pratt 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.

Modeling and Simulation Engineering Intern

The Modeling and Simulation Engineering Intern will support engineering activities related to multibody dynamics, vehicle dynamics, durability, and/or multi-physics simulation. The intern will work with experienced engineers to build, run, post-process, and evaluate simulation models used for product development. This position is intended to provide hands-on experience with engineering simulation workflows, test and simulation data analysis, model correlation, and technical problem solving. Assignments will be scoped to the intern's experience level and completed with guidance from engineering team members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND SKILLS

• Assist with multibody dynamics modeling, vehicle performance analysis, and co-simulation activities.
• Build, modify, run, and post-process simulation models of vehicles and mechanical systems under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Support comparison and correlation of simulation results with physical test data.
• Assist with development of scripts and tools for simulation setup, data processing, visualization, and reporting.
• Work with engineering teams such as design, test, controls, and manufacturing to support project activities.
• Document model assumptions, analysis methods, results, and conclusions.
• Participate in technical discussions, design reviews, and team meetings.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to learn new engineering tools, methods, and technical concepts.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to ask questions, receive feedback, and apply lessons learnt.
• Dependable attendance and accountability for assigned tasks.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Completion of foundational coursework in dynamics, mechanics, controls, numerical methods, or related subjects is preferred. Previous internship, Formula SAE/Baja SAE, research, laboratory, design-team, or engineering project experience is beneficial but not required.

DESIRED SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

The following skills are desirable but are not required. Candidates are not expected to have experience in all areas listed.

The following skills are desirable but are not required. Candidates are not expected to have experience in all areas listed.

• Exposure to multibody dynamics or simulation tools such as Adams, Dymola, Simscape.
• Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink, Python, C++, or similar programming languages.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems, vehicle dynamics, and controls.
• Familiarity with engineering data analysis, plotting, and interpretation.
• Exposure to signal processing, test data analysis, or data acquisition systems.
• Strong analytical thinking, curiosity, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently on well‑defined tasks while seeking guidance when needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to work safely in office, laboratory, shop, or test environments as required by assigned projects. Ability to lift and move light engineering equipment or components in accordance with company safety requirements.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

Standard work hours will follow department and company internship guidelines. Some schedule flexibility may be required to support testing, project milestones, or team activities.

Pay Range

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.

Compensation & Benefits

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].

Equal Opportunity & Non-Discrimination

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.

Restricted Positions

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.

About Our Culture

Advance your career by advancing the world. For many of our team members, this is more than a career. It's a calling. Oshkosh is home to thousands of difference-makers working together to build, serve and protect people and communities around the world. From the front lines to the firehouse, the people we serve are driven by a sense of purpose. The people who work here are no different. 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. As part of a People First culture, you’ll be encouraged and empowered to take ownership of your work, develop your career and make a real impact on the world around you.

Brands and Products

Oshkosh is a global company that designs and manufacturing some of the world’s toughest specialty and access equipment under the brands of JLG®, Hinowa, Power Towers, Pierce®, MAXIMETAL™, Oshkosh® Defense, McNeilus®, IMT®, Jerr-Dan®, Frontline™ Communications, Oshkosh® Airport Products, Oshkosh® AeroTech™ and Pratt Miller.