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The Mechanical Engineer Intern will support the Design Engineering organization and manufacturing operations through production readiness activities, engineering investigations, and corrective actions under senior engineer guidance. The role assists with design support, testing, root cause analysis, production trials, engineering calculations, and project documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
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About Oshkosh Delivery, an Oshkosh company
Oshkosh Delivery is dedicated to redefining the future of last-mile and commercial delivery. Built on Oshkosh Corporation’s legacy of engineering excellence and innovation, we design and manufacture advanced delivery vehicles that are durable, efficient, and sustainable. With a focus on reliability, driver experience, and cutting-edge technology, Oshkosh Delivery empowers fleets and businesses to move goods smarter, safer, and with confidence, today and for the road ahead.
Position Overview:
The Mechanical Engineer Intern will support the Design Engineering organization and manufacturing operations by assisting with production readiness activities, engineering investigations, and corrective actions under the guidance of senior engineers.
YOUR IMPACT:
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Assist with design support activities in production operations, learning vehicle systems and manufacturing processes.
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Support communication and liaison activities between the Product Design Team and the Operations Team.
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Assist with torque studies and related testing activities.
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Support root cause analysis of production issues by collecting data, documenting observations, and assisting with failure analysis under engineer supervision.
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Help develop and document corrective actions in collaboration with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams.
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Participate in production trials of new product designs and design changes, including data collection, observation, and results documentation.
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Perform engineering calculations, analysis, and research tasks as assigned under supervision, following Oshkosh and industry engineering standards.
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Assist in communicating technical findings and issue status to team members and supervision.
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Support project activities of limited scope, working as part of a cross-functional engineering team.
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Help create and maintain project documentation, technical reports, and analysis records.
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Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and other interns on assigned tasks and projects.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering field from an accredited institution.
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Completed at least sophomore year coursework (or equivalent).
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Strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 GPA preferred).
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Basic understanding of engineering principles and problem-solving methodologies.
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Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS:
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Coursework or project experience related to mechanical design, manufacturing processes, or quality systems.
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Previous internship or co-op experience in manufacturing, automotive, or heavy-vehicle industries.
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Exposure to CAD systems (SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, or similar).
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Familiarity with root cause analysis methodologies (5 Why, Fishbone diagrams, 8D problem solving).
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Knowledge of automotive or heavy-vehicle systems.
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Strong analytical and technical writing skills.
Pay Range:
$18.00 - $37.00
The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.
Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected].
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
How this job compares
Set against the 1,723 open Mechanical Engineering jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$18–37/hr
- US median$25–32/hr282 hourly ranges
This range's midpoint, $27.50/hr, is close to the US median midpoint ($28/hr) — in the middle half of Mechanical Engineering hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 21 open Mechanical Engineering jobs in South Carolina and 1,723 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in South Carolina
- GE Vernova9 open
- Oracle3 open
- Experience
- Mechanical Engineering postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 8 years (962 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 782 of the 1,723 open Mechanical Engineering jobs (45%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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