Intern Engineering - Advanced Manufacturing

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.

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the sixty-five plus years of Generac’s history, we have 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’s 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 to August 2026. The program will be on-site, with positions in the following locations: Waukesha, WI (headquarters); Beaver Dam, WI.

Generac’s Advanced Manufacturing Intern position is responsible for supporting implementation of innovative technology and processes solutions that enhance Generac’s fabrication and paint capabilities. They will be working with Plant Operations and Corporate Engineering teams to map the process for the selected work stream to identify, scope and launch implementation of technologies that would improve the process. They would learn about lean and continuous improvement to eliminate waste, standardization across similar processes as well as Capital Expenditures justification. They will partner with other engineering teams to improve utilization of smart devices and platforms in support of organization’s industry 4.0 efforts (Ex. implementing robust OEE data capture/display)

They will leverage Pro-E models, drawings, and templates to update work instructions and other operator guide interfaces. Participants develop technical skills through challenging assignments and usage of technical tools. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a BS degree in mechanical engineering or related field.

• 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 for Work Over Breaks

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of Sophomore year

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Research and evaluate innovative technologies and breakthrough processes to accelerate competitive manufacturing.

• Develop and implement methods and procedures designed to eliminate waste and drive improvements in safety, quality, yield, scrap, productivity, and operating cost.

• Coordinate activities and implement standards across multiple facilities.

• Deploy standard Generac tools, methodologies, standards, practices, and processes.

• Collaborate with shop floor personnel to promote continuous improvement of manufacturing methods, systems, and controls.

• Utilizes CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) systems to recommend design improvements in support of DFM.

• Travels to other Generac facilities, as necessary.

• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”