Intern, IT

Blue Bird Corporation • Macon, GA

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Blue Bird (NASDAQ: BLBD) is a technology leader and innovator in school buses, established in 1927, with a focus on safety, reliability, and durability. The company is a leader in low- and zero-emission school buses, having sold over 25,000 propane, natural gas, and electric powered buses, and is committed to transforming student transportation through cleaner energy solutions. The Summer Internship Program seeks high-performing talent passionate about purpose, innovation, and real-world impact. This program aims to build a sustainable pipeline of entry-level talent and may lead to an opportunity to join Blue Bird’s early career rotational pathway (Future Drivers Leadership Program – FDLP) based on performance. Interns will undertake meaningful functional work and a special project, culminating in a final presentation to leadership. Intern placements are available across various departments including Human Resources, Operations, Commercial, Engineering, and Information Technology.

Requirements

• Ability to gather information, use data, and think critically to support recommendations and decisions.
• Ability to plan work, manage time, follow through, and deliver results by deadlines.
• Strong collaboration skills, able to build trust, communicate clearly, and work effectively across teams.
• Curious, improvement-minded, and willing to explore better ways to work, solve problems, and serve customers.
• Able to work full-time (40 hours/week) for the defined internship period.
• Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate-level student pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree aligned to one of the functional areas listed above.
• At least 18 years of age prior to the start of the internship assignment.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned work that supports department goals in a fast-paced, purpose-driven manufacturing and business environment.
• Support process improvement, problem-solving, and operational efficiency using data, observation, and collaboration.
• Participate in a core functional assignment and a special project that delivers measurable value to the business.
• Communicate progress, risks, and outcomes effectively to peers, mentors, and leaders (written, verbal, and presentation).
• Apply a continuous improvement mindset by asking smart questions, learning quickly, and adapting to feedback.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and safe work practices, especially when supporting plant, production, or operational environments.
• Showcase learnings obtained during the internship program by presenting outcomes of key projects to members of the Leadership Team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees