Industrial Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.   Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.   Generac’s Internship Program is designed to provide students with real-world experience in a supportive and innovative environment. Students contribute to impactful projects, gain exposure to industry best practices, and build lasting professional connections. This is a valuable opportunity to develop your skills and grow alongside experienced mentors.   About the Internship Program   Generac’s Internship Program is full-time ( 40 hours per week) from May/June through August 2027. The program will be on-site , with positions in the following locations: Waukesha, WI (headquarters); Pewaukee, WI; plant locations throughout Wisconsin.      Generac’s Intern position is responsible to work with other engineers to fulfill special design requests on our products. Under supervision of engineers, the intern will create definitions of parts and assemblies in the form of 2D cross sections, 3D models, tolerance stack-ups, and various electronic data formats to support analysis, manufacturing, assembly and service. You will also create Pro-E models, drawings and templates as well as make changes to BOM's.  Participants develop technical skills through challenging assignments and usage of technical tools.    Potential Roles You Will Be Considered For: -Manufacturing Engineering - Develops and improves manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment, and production methods to safely and efficiently build high-quality products. -Industrial Engineering - Analyzes workflows, resources, and operations to improve productivity, capacity utilization, and overall operational efficiency. -Automation Engineering - Designs automated manufacturing systems, robotics, and digital factory technologies that increase throughput, consistency, and safety. -Continuous Improvement & Quality - Leads initiatives focused on quality, process improvement, waste reduction, reliability, and operational excellence using Lean and Six Sigma principles.   EDUCATION, Skills & Experience:   Currently pursuing a bachelors or advanced degree (preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or Civil Engineering).   Understanding or working knowledge of Pro-E and/or AutoCAD experience.   Microsoft Office experience (including Excel).   Proficient oral and written communication and able to write clearly and succinctly to get a message across.   Ability to work FULL-TIME during the Summer – 40 Hour Week; Potential to work part time through the school year.   PREFERRED EDUCATION   Completion of Sophomore year     KEY DUTIES:   Designs, validates , and brings new products to market.    Provides new product development support in the Industrial, Commercial, Residential and/or Retail generator or Power Tool product area including; Creating and maintaining CAD models, drawings, and BOMs ; Supporting product development plans (schedule, product cost, meeting design inputs) ; Interfacing with internal company personnel ; P rovide technical support for assigned projects.   Specifies precise new product functional requirements; designs, tests and integrates standard, less complex components to produce final designs; and evaluates the design's overall effectiveness, cost (including cost/benefit analysis), reliability (risk analysis), and safety.    Designs, develops, executes and evaluates fitness-for-use