About the role#
Generac is looking for engineering interns to join our team for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship based in Wisconsin. You will work alongside experienced mentors on real-world projects, gaining exposure to product development, testing, and system design within the power generation and power tool industries.
What you'll do#
- Design, validate, and bring new products to market.
- Support development in industrial, commercial, residential, or retail product areas.
- Create and maintain CAD models, engineering drawings, and bills of materials.
- Specify functional requirements and design, test, and integrate components.
- Evaluate designs for cost, reliability, safety, and overall effectiveness.
- Execute fitness-for-use testing and process validation plans.
- Collaborate with manufacturing partners and product specialists to optimize designs for production.
- Use CAD or CAE systems to model designs.
- Provide technical support for assigned projects and travel to other company facilities as needed.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
- Completion of your sophomore year is preferred.
- Working knowledge of Pro-E or AutoCAD.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work 40 hours per week on-site during the summer.
Location & details#
- Locations: Waukesha, WI and Pewaukee, WI.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
- Sponsorship: Not provided.
About Generac
Generac designs and manufactures power generation equipment and energy storage solutions. Founded in 1959, the company provides backup power, portable generators, and industrial energy systems for residential and commercial users. It is based in Waukesha, Wisconsin. The organization employs approximately 4,300 people and operates as a public company.
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