About the role#
Blue Bird is hiring a Mechanical Engineering intern for the Summer 2027 program. This full-time, paid position offers students the chance to work on functional assignments and a special project. You will gain experience in a manufacturing environment and present your project outcomes to the Leadership Team at the end of the term.
What you'll do#
- Complete work that supports specific department goals.
- Support process improvement, problem-solving, and operational efficiency.
- Participate in a core functional assignment and a special project.
- Communicate progress, risks, and results to peers and mentors.
- Apply a continuous improvement mindset to your daily tasks.
- Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and safe work practices.
- Present key project outcomes to members of the Leadership Team.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate student pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- At least 18 years of age before the internship begins.
- Ability to gather information, use data, and think critically.
- Ability to plan work, manage time, and meet deadlines.
- Strong collaboration skills and a willingness to explore better ways to work.
Location & details#
- Location: Fort Valley, Georgia.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Note: Sponsorship is not provided for this role.
About Blue Bird Corporation
Blue Bird Corporation manufactures Type A, C, and D school buses. Founded in 1927, the company maintains its headquarters in Macon, Georgia. It operates with a workforce of 1,001 to 5,000 employees. Beyond bus production, the company offers financial solutions through Blue Bird Capital Services. Its products reach customers in over 60 countries across several continents.
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