In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- May contribute to investigating Value Package Introduction (VPI) program team or field-based issues, understands causal mechanisms, recommends appropriate action, owns problem resolution from a design perspective, while documenting results with guidance from more experienced team members.
- Applies and supports the execution of processes such as Critical Design Decisions, System Design and Validation Consideration Checklist, Design Review, and tools such as iDFMEA, DVA, GD&T, CREO, ANSYS Workbench required to enable high quality component and subsystem-level design decision making and design refinement.
- May support more experienced team members in obtaining input and their negotiating with cross-functional and cross-discipline technical experts and senior-level designers to communicate the component and subsystem design intent through a thorough Design Review package to the Product Preceding Technology, (PPT), Value Package Introduction (VPI), or Value Package Change Request (VPCR) team requiring a such holistic assessment of various design concepts.
- Supports design decision making in the areas of concept selection, concept optimization, and design specifications that impact customers targeted to be served by a given Product Preceding Technology, (PPT), Value Package Introduction (VPI), or Value Package Change Request (VPCR) initiative.
- May include activities in problem resolution for moderately complex components, products, systems, subsystems, or services with a greater degree of technical complexity and ambiguity to support team members with greater accountability to the project team. Supervised execution of established work processes and systems, while still developing technology or product knowledge; engages with the improvement of systems and processes.
- No direct management of people but could involve limited coordination of work amongst technicians and/or temporary student employees.
- Contributes effectively toward team goals, exhibits influence within a work group and continues to develop proficiency in the competency areas critical to success in the role.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Product Failure Mode Avoidance
- Product Problem Solving
- Product Verification and Validation Management
- Product Development Execution, Monitoring and Control
- Technical Documentation
- System Capability Engineering
- Cross-Functional Design Integration
- Technical Documentation
- Decision Quality
- Drive Results
- Collaborates
- Communicates Effectively
- Self-Development
Degree Programs Considered: Bachelor’s
Major Programs Typically Considered: All Engineering Majors
2026 Monthly Salary Range by Degree Level:
- Bachelor's - $4,100 - $5,000
- Master's - $6,000
- PhD - $7,300
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.
Engineering Majors Internship program criteria:
- Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college/university
- Minimum 2.5 or above GPA preferred
- Must be able to complete a minimum of 4-months to 6-months or a maximum of a 12-months commitment
- Must be able to complete 40 hours per week
- Willingness to learn from others on the job
- Must be currently residing within the continental U.S.
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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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.
Skills Required
- Full-time enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited U.S. college or university
- Pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in an engineering program
- Minimum GPA of 2.5
- Ability to complete a 4- to 6-month commitment, or up to 12 months
- Ability to work 40 hours per week
- Currently residing within the continental United States
- For U.S.-based F-1 students, approved CPT or OPT authorization related to the degree
- Ability to manage academic responsibilities without compromising job performance
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.
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