Engineer Intern - Software (Summer 2026)

Oshkosh Corporation

  • Dodge Center, MN
  • Training
  • Part-time
  • 1 day ago
About McNeilus, an Oshkosh CompanyMcNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc. is committed to serving everyday heroes and is an industry leading designer and manufacturer of refuse truck bodies. McNeilus produces a complete line of high-performance rear load, front load, and automated side load refuse bodies to augment any refuse collection fleet. Our team members are critical in our mission of supporting waste warriors and keeping communities safe and clean.SUMMARY
The Software Engineer Intern will provide support for the Software Engineering team. Activities will include designing reliable, functional, and cost-effective vehicle control software; develop and test programming for vehicles and systems; support various systems through troubleshooting or reprogramming the system. This role will work on a variety of key projects and initiatives ranging from simple tasks to more complex analytical projects.YOUR IMPACT
These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.
  • Write quality, maintainable, object-oriented C++ software.
  • Develop and maintain PC programs used for the configuration of truck specific programming.
  • Identify and control vehicle operation and maintenance risks.
  • Prepare and maintain the software documentation necessary to support the configuration of truck specific programming.
  • Test truck specific programming to ensure the programming operates as specified.
  • Participate in peer reviews and other engineering activities.
*Job duties will vary depending on business unit and location of internship.This internship is full-time, 40 hours per week, during the summer of 2026MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Student working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
  • Strong academic record, GPA 3.0.
  • Willing to travel or relocate to Dodge Center, MN for the Summer of 2026 (relocation assistance provided for those with a permanent address of greater than 50 miles from Dodge Center, MN)
STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience with C or C++ programming or similar programming language.
  • Experience writing embedded applications on microcontrollers.
  • Experience working with Controller Area Network (CAN) and the J1939 protocol.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency with various web-based software applications including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.
  • Detail oriented and quality focused.
  • Ability to work independently while prioritizing workload.
  • Flexible and adaptable to working under tight deadlines and/or changing needs.
WHY OSHKOSH?Moving the future forward is our priority and this includes your future. We encourage professional development and champion our employees’ success through various skills and training opportunities. Named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies™ by Ethisphere Institute for six consecutive years, everything we do at Oshkosh is guided by our core values and the ~15k+ team members around the world who embody them.We put people first. We do the right thing. We persevere. We are better together.Pay Range: $18.00 - $37.00The 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 corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.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.

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