Manufacturing Engineer Intern - Exmark

The Toro Company • Beatrice, NE

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About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer Intern will support manufacturing engineering at Exmark, a division of The Toro Company, in Beatrice, Nebraska. The internship is part of the 2027 Summer Internship Program, running May 17, 2027, through August 6, 2027. Candidates must be available for the full program and authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

The intern will establish and maintain engineered time standards for direct labor operations and develop methods and processes for assembly, welding, paint-line operations, and related material handling on new products and equipment. The role works with department supervisors and value stream manufacturing engineers to implement new methods and processes, recommend improvements to safety, quality, and productivity, and apply Lean methodologies to maintain scientifically controlled, continuously improved processes. The intern will also support ergonomic work-station setup and create launch documentation such as standard work and Heijunka cards, while collaborating across business functions.

Requirements

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to learn and apply new things.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Problem-solving acumen.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize them based on due dates or importance.
• Must be available to start May 17, 2027, and participate through August 6, 2027.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Experience with CAD software.
• Experience with test instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain engineered time standards for direct labor operations.
• Establish methods and processes for assembly, welding, paint-line operations, and related material handling on new products and equipment.
• Work with department supervisors and value stream manufacturing engineers to implement new methods and processes.
• Make recommendations to improve safety, quality, and productivity.
• Implement proper ergonomics in work-station setup, processes, tooling, and safety equipment.
• Identify and apply Lean methodologies to ensure processes are scientifically controlled and continuously improved.
• Create required documentation, including standard work and Heijunka cards, for new product launches.
• Collaborate across business functions and learn how to contribute as part of a team.

Benefits

• Eight hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.
• Competitive hourly pay, anticipated at $22–$28; actual rates may vary based on academic standing, business function, and other relevant considerations.
• Casual corporate environment with a dress-for-your-day approach.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed