In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
Manufacturing
- Assists with the planning, design, purchase, and/or implementation of integrated manufacturing, assembly or fabrication processes in a manufacturing plant.
- Helps determine the manufacturing processes required to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specification.
- Works with engineering to identify problems with product and performance; may recommend solutions or enhancements.
- Assists with plans and designs methods to improve efficiency in production.
- Work to improve equipment availability and capability by utilizing continuous improvement tools and working cross functionally.
- Define manufacturing standard working methods.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Supply Chain Knowledge
- Analytical Thinking and Reasoning
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication Skills (Written and Verbal)
- Relationship Management
- Ensures accountability
- Customer Focus
Degree Programs Considered: Bachelor’s, Master’s
Major Programs Typically Considered: All Engineering Majors (including MET and EET), All Supply Chain and Logistics Related Majors.
2027 Monthly Salary Range by Degree Level (Non-Technical):
- Bachelor's - $3,700 - $4,400
- Master's - $5,600
2027 Monthly Salary Range by Degree Level (Technical):
- Bachelor's - $4,100 - $5,000
- Master's - $6,000
Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.
U.S. Early Careers Eligibility Requirements:
Summer Intern: Students must be enrolled full-time at an accredited U.S. college or university, actively pursuing a degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, MBA, or JD), with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Candidates must currently reside within the continental United States. Students are expected to work 40 hours per week for a minimum of 10 weeks and a maximum of 12 weeks.
International Student Eligibility (U.S. based roles): F-1 visa students must have approved Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Occupational Practical Training (OPT) before their Early Career assignment begin. CPT/OPT must relate to their degree and be authorized by their university. Students are responsible for securing this approval through their school’s international office.
Commitment: Students must be able to manage their academic responsibilities without compromising their job performance.
Cummins and E-verify
At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates right to work using E-Verify. Cummins will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
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Skills Required
- Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited U.S. college or university
- Actively pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, MBA, or JD degree
- Minimum GPA of 2.5
- Currently residing within the continental United States
- Available to work 40 hours per week for 10 to 12 weeks
- Able to manage academic responsibilities without compromising job performance
- Supply chain knowledge
- Analytical thinking and reasoning skills
- Attention to detail
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Relationship management skills
- Ability to ensure accountability
- Customer focus
- Engineering, supply chain, logistics, or related academic background
- International F-1 students must have approved CPT or OPT authorization related to their degree
Cummins Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cummins and has not been reviewed or approved by Cummins.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company contribution/match and both defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans are offered, alongside profit sharing and an employee stock purchase plan. This mix supports long-term savings and financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options (HSA, HSA Plus, PPO) with dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage are provided, along with telehealth, mental-health support, and wellness tools. In-network protections and HSA/HSA Plus structures are described to help manage costs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid maternity and paternity leave, family medical leave, and adoption assistance are offered. Reduced or flexible hours and unpaid extended leave options further support caregiving needs.
Cummins Insights
What We Do
At Cummins, we empower everyone to grow their careers through meaningful work, building inclusive and equitable teams, coaching, development and opportunities to make a difference. Across our entire organization, you'll find engineers, developers, and technicians who are innovating, designing, testing, and building. You'll also find accountants, marketers, as well as manufacturing, quality and supply chain specialists who are working with technology that's just as innovative and advanced.
