Robotic Programming/Welding Intern (Summer 2027)

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation’s JLG division is seeking a Robotic Programming/Welding Intern for Summer 2027 in McConnellsburg, PA. This role supports robot operation, programming, maintenance, and troubleshooting within fabrication teams on the first shift.

The intern will assist with fixture design, welding programming, and project coordination involving robotics and capital equipment. A related degree is required, with offline programming experience valued.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in weld engineering, robotics, mechatronics, programming, engineering or a related field.
• Background in fabrication and exposure to manufacturing environments.
• Experience with offline programming is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate robots, train others, and observe robots in operation.
• Provide technical support to the manufacturing group regarding robot programming and tooling.
• Assist with fixture design, development, and maintenance.
• Design welding programs to ensure correct welds and improve operations.
• Identify and coordinate robot-related projects (new technology, capital equipment).
• Read blueprints, interpret symbols and assemblies, and perform failure analysis.

Skills

Robotics programming

Welding operations

Fabrication background

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree in Weld Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, Programming, Engineering or related field

Tools

Offline programming

Job description

## Robotic Programming/Welding Intern (Summer 2027)Apply: McConnellsburg, Pennsylvania, United States: Full time: Posted Today: R49598**About JLG, an Oshkosh company****JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world.**The Robotics Programmer/Weld Intern is responsible for the operation, programming, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the welding robots. This intern will be assisting our fabrication departments.This role’s core hours are on 1st shift.**YOUR IMPACT***These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned:** Operate robots, train others, and observe robots in operation. Oversee operation of the robot and troubleshoot and correct problems that may occur to the robot.* Provide technical support to the manufacturing group with regards to the manufacturing processes/tooling related to robot programming.* Assist with fixture design, development, and maintenance.* Design welding programming in order for it to safely execute correct welds and improve operations improving technology.* Identify and coordinate projects that involve the robots (i.e. new technology, installation of capital equipment.)* Read blueprints and interpret symbols and assemblies and be able to understand failure analysis.* Other duties as assigned.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS*** Pursuing either an associate or bachelor’s degree in weld engineering, robotics, mechatronics, programming, engineering or a related field.**STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS*** Background in fabrication.* Experience with offline programming.**WORKING CONDITIONS***The following represents general working conditions for this role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances.** This role combines office-based administrative duties with physical activity in field or production environments.* In the office setting, tasks may require extended computer use, sitting, and attending meetings.* Field or floor work may involve walking across various terrains or shop floors, standing, moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), climbing stairs, and exposure to varying temperatures or noise levels.* Must be able to shift focus between detailed cognitive work and occasional physical tasks as needed.* Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities to support performance across both office and field responsibilities.**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 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] 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.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.Oshkosh is a global company that designs and manufactures some of the world’s toughest specialty and access equipment under the brands of JLG, Hinowa, Power Towers, Pierce, MAXIMETALTM, Oshkosh Defense, McNeilus, IMT, Jerr-Dan, FrontlineTM Communications, Oshkosh Airport Products, Oshkosh AeroTechTM and Pratt Miller.