About the role#
This Product Engineering internship offers the chance to contribute to Value Package Introduction programs and field-based technical issues. You will work within the Corporate Business unit to support design decisions, optimize concepts, and resolve problems for components and systems. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional technical experts while developing your own product knowledge and engineering skills.
What you'll do#
- Investigate program and field-based issues to understand causal mechanisms and recommend actions.
- Own problem resolution from a design perspective and document results with team guidance.
- Execute processes like Critical Design Decisions, System Design and Validation, and Design Reviews.
- Use technical tools including iDFMEA, DVA, GD&T, CREO, and ANSYS Workbench.
- Communicate design intent through formal Design Review packages.
- Support design decision making regarding concept selection, optimization, and specifications.
- Coordinate work with technicians or other student employees as needed.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled as a full-time student in an undergraduate or graduate engineering degree program at an accredited U.S. college or university.
- Eligible majors include Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Industrial, Aerospace, or Biomedical Engineering.
- A minimum GPA of 2.5 is preferred.
- Ability to commit to a schedule of 40 hours per week.
- Availability for a program duration between 4 and 12 months.
- Willingness to learn from others and develop professional competencies.
- Must currently reside within the continental United States.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Columbus, Indiana, with potential for remote work.
- The internship is a full-time, paid position.
- Sponsorship for work authorization is not provided for this role.
About Cummins Inc.
Cummins Inc. is a public company that operates in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry. It maintains a global presence with over 53,000 employees. The company focuses on several specialties including engine business, power generation, distribution, turbo technologies, emission solutions, fuel systems, filtration, and electrified power. Its headquarters are located in Columbus, Indiana.
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