About the role#
Great Plains Manufacturing offers a summer internship for students interested in Test Engineering. You will work at one of our R&D facilities in the Salina, Kansas area. This internship provides an opportunity to apply your academic knowledge to real-world projects involving the design and manufacturing of agricultural or construction equipment. You will be paired with a mentor and work alongside peers throughout the summer.
What you'll do#
- Complete a specific project under the guidance of a mentor.
- Collaborate with engineers and production floor team members.
- Participate in test engineering tasks related to agricultural or construction equipment design.
- Engage in organized summer activities and community events with other interns and employees.
- Travel occasionally to other states if required by your specific project.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor degree program for Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Ag Systems, or a related engineering major.
- Completion of at least 30 credit hours before the internship begins.
- Proficiency in MS Office and basic knowledge of CAD software.
- Strong project management, organization, and planning skills.
- Ability to communicate information clearly and concisely.
- A team player mindset with good interpersonal skills.
- Critical thinking skills and a positive approach to problem-solving.
- A valid driver license and reliable transportation.
- Willingness to live within commuting distance of Salina or Abilene, KS.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Location & details#
- Location: Salina, Kansas.
- Term: Summer 2027 (Mid-May to Early-August).
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week. Interns work a 4-day week, Monday to Thursday, from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Compensation: This is a paid position at $20 per hour.
- Housing: Provided for interns who reside outside the Salina area.
About Great Plains Mfg
Great Plains Mfg operates in the machinery manufacturing sector. The company is based in Memphis, Tennessee. It was founded in 1976. The firm maintains a staff of 49 employees.
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