Test Engineer Intern - Exmark

The Toro Company; Beatrice (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dress for your day

Volunteerism - paid hours to volunteer

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

The Toro Company is offering a 2027 Summer Internship Program that runs from May 17 to August 6, 2027. Interns will join a multi-disciplinary team to qualify prototype machines before production, developing test plans and performing setups with instrumentation and fixturing. Strong analytical and mechanical aptitude, plus CAD and MS Office skills, are favored.

Preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher is requested. Interns receive competitive pay and opportunities to learn LabVIEW, MATLAB, Creo, and data

Qualifications

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and quick learner.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Problem solving ability.
• Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Experience with MS Office, CAD software, and Test Instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Qualify prototype machines in a multi-discipline team.
• Develop test plans and perform test setups, including instrumentation and fixturing.
• Analyze and document test results; learn instrumentation and data acquisition tools (LabVIEW, MATLAB, Creo).

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

GPA 3.0 or higher

Tools

MS Office

CAD software

Test Instrumentation

Job description

The 2027 Summer Internship Program will run from May 17, 2027, through August 6, 2027. Candidates must be available to start on May 17 and participate through the duration of the program. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa, regardless of expiration date, now or in the future.

Who Are We?

The Toro Company (TTC) has delivered market-leading, innovative products and outstanding customer care for more than 100 years. With over 11,000 employees worldwide, TTC is headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota, USA. Our company designs and manufactures turf maintenance equipment; turf irrigation systems; landscape and lighting products; snow and ice management solutions; agricultural irrigation systems; rental, specialty and underground construction equipment; and residential turf and snow equipment. We market and sell TTC products worldwide through a network of distributors, dealers, mass retailers, hardware retailers, equipment rental center and home centers—as well as online direct to end users. Exmark, located in Beatrice, Nebraska is a division of The Toro Company. Exmark is the leading manufacturer of commercial mowers and equipment for the landscape professional. Exmark mowers are trusted 2-to-1 over the next best-selling brand of zero-turn mowers by landscape professionals. All Exmark products are designed to help customers increase productivity, while delivering unmatched quality.

What Will You Do?

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for: Work within multi-discipline team to qualify prototype machines in advance of production (mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, software systems). Develop test plan then perform test setup, including Instrumentation and fixturing. Analyze and document test results. Opportunities to gain deeper understanding and learning of: instrumentation and data acquisition, LabVIEW, Thermal imaging, modal analysis, accelerometers, thermal and sound measuring equipment, Mat Lab, Creo. Collaborate across all functions of the business and learn what it takes to be part of a great team.

What Do You Need?

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements: Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with an ability to learn and apply new things Strong analytical and organizational skills Problem solving acumen Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), CAD software, Test Instrumentation Ability to manage multiple projects at once and prioritize based on due dates or importance

What Can We Give You?

In addition to a competitive pay- The Toro Company offers interns a variety of perks, including:

• Dress for your day – We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.
• Volunteerism – The Toro Company is proud to provide interns 8 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.
• Competitive Pay – Competitive compensation with an anticipated hourly rate of $22-$28. Actual rates may vary based on factors such as academic standing, business function, and other relevant considerations.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees. With roots dating back to 1914, The Toro Company was built on a tradition of quality and caring relationships. Today, the company is a leading worldwide provider of innovative solutions for the outdoor environment including turf and landscape maintenance, snow and ice management, underground utility construction, rental and specialty construction, and irrigation and outdoor lighting solutions. Through a strong network of professional distributors, dealers, rental stores and retailers in more than 125 countries, we proudly offer a wide range of products across a family of global brands to help golf courses, professional contractors, underground construction professionals, groundskeepers, agricultural growers, rental companies, government and educational institutions, and homeowners - in addition to many leading sports venues and historic sites around the world.