Operations Intern

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 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 and recent graduates with real-world experience in a supportive and innovative environment. Interns 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.

Operations Intern

Generac’s Intern position is responsible to work in a team environment to accomplish project-based work in the operations group. Under supervision of the production manager, the intern will create project plans and execute in a cross functional environment. You will also contribute to safety, quality, and operational performance by joining existing teams and other tasks as assigned. Participants develop technical skills through challenging assignments and leadership development through collaborative teamwork.   

This position is for our Summer 2026 Intern Program and has a start date of May 2026. The role is based onsite at our Waukesha office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with leadership and production associates to improve work areas. 
• Perform time studies of various operations to create process improvements. 
• Learn the company ERP system (SAP) to facilitate improvement projects and data analysis. 
• Generate reports, and presentations reflective of project-based work
• Support production scheduling functions between departments. 
• Assist operations in safety, quality, delivery, and cost related process improvement initiatives. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Education, Skills, Experience:

• Currently pursuing a BS degree (preferably in Business Management, Supply Chain or similar field).
• Microsoft Office experience (including Excel). 
• Proficient oral and written communication and able to write clearly and succinctly to get a message across. 
• The ability to work 15-20 hours during the school year and full-time during school breaks

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.”