Robotic ProgrammingWelding Intern Summer 2027

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

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation is seeking a Robotics Programmer/Weld Intern to support fabrication through robot operation, programming and troubleshooting. The role includes assisting with fixture design, welding program design, and process improvement across the manufacturing floor.

The position requires pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in a related field and offers exposure to advanced robotics, offline programming and hands-on equipment development on the 1st shift.

Qualifications

• Pursuing either an associate or bachelor's degree in weld engineering, robotics, mechatronics, programming, engineering or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Operate robots, train others, and observe robots in operation.
• Provide technical support to the manufacturing group regarding robot programming.
• Assist with fixture design, development, and maintenance.
• Design welding programming to safely execute correct welds and improve operations.
• Identify and coordinate robot-related projects (new tech, capital equipment).
• Read blueprints and interpret symbols and assemblies; understand failure analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Robotics programming

Welding knowledge

Technical support

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in weld engineering, robotics, mechatronics, programming, engineering or related field

Tools

Offline programming

Job description

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 - $37.00

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.