Intern - Lean Engineer

Great Plains Mfg • Salina, KS

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Great Plains Manufacturing, a Kubota Company, is seeking Summer Interns for their 2027 Internship Program. These internships are on-site in the Salina, KS area and offer full-time employment from Mid-May to Early-August. Interns will earn $20 per hour and participate in a project with a mentor and supportive peers, applying college knowledge in a practical work setting. The program also includes social activities to foster connections among interns and employees. Lean Engineer Interns will work on a project in Lean Engineering related to manufacturing agricultural or construction equipment within one of the Salina, KS facilities.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Ag Systems or other relevant Engineering major
• Willingness to live within commuting distance of the assigned location, typically in the Salina, KS or Abilene, KS area for the duration of the Summer
• Ability to work full-time on-site (40 hours/week) during the Summer
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination and drug screening test within a week of your first day of employment
• Providing, upon your first day of employment, satisfactory proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States, and your completion of an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel to the Salina, KS area and commute to and from work and activities throughout the Summer

Nice To Haves

• Completed at least 30 credit hours by beginning of internship
• Self-motivated with good project management, organization and planning skills
• Ability to communicate plans and information in a concise, effective manner in both verbal and written forms
• Exhibit a willingness to learn
• Critical thinking skills and a positive approach to solving problems
• Team player mindset and outstanding interpersonal skills
• Ability to work closely with other engineers as well as team members on the production floor
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Basic CAD software knowledge helpful, but not required

Responsibilities

• Work on a project in Lean Engineering as it relates to manufacturing agricultural or construction equipment.
• Apply college knowledge in the workplace and gain practical work experience.
• Participate in organized activities to get to know other interns and employees.

Benefits

• Housing is provided for interns who currently reside outside the Salina, KS area.
• Housing will be provided within a 20-mile radius of your assigned location, if needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern