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Internship

Product Management Intern

Summer 2025

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Oshkosh

Oshkosh

5,001-10,000 employees

Designs and manufactures specialized vehicles and equipment

Automotive & Transportation
Consulting
Industrial & Manufacturing
Design

Rochester, MN, USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Product Management
Product
Required Skills
Sales
Management
Word/Pages/Docs
Marketing
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Student working toward a bachelor’s degree in Sales/Marketing/Project Management, Business Administration or related field for the entire duration of the internship.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Willing to travel or relocate to Dodge Center, MN for the Summer of 2025 (relocation assistance provided for those with a permanent address of greater than 50 miles from Dodge Center, MN)
Responsibilities
  • Establish basic knowledge of the refuse product line and option content.
  • Gain familiarity of the competitive landscape in refuse vehicles.
  • Develop working relationships cross-functional team members including sales, marketing, engineering, manufacturing, and finance.
  • Provide project level support to the product management team.
  • Leverage learned knowledge to engage in projects related to product strategy and advancement.

Oshkosh Corporation designs and manufactures specialized vehicles and equipment for various critical markets, including defense, fire and emergency services, refuse collection, concrete placement, and aviation ground support. Their products are built to meet the specific needs of clients such as government agencies, municipalities, and private companies. For instance, they provide tactical vehicles to the U.S. military and fire trucks to emergency services worldwide. Oshkosh stands out from competitors by focusing on continuous innovation and maintaining high quality in its offerings, which has earned them recognition as one of the Most Innovative Companies of 2024. The company's goal is to deliver reliable and efficient solutions while also supporting community initiatives like the Youth Apprentice program to encourage high school students to pursue careers in STEM.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Founded

1917

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Oshkosh's strategic acquisitions, such as AUSA, expand its product offerings and market reach, enhancing growth potential.
  • The company's leadership in electrifying commercial fleet vehicles opens new revenue streams and aligns with global sustainability trends.
  • Strong financial backing from investors like Fidelis Capital Partners and Hennion & Walsh Asset Management indicates robust market confidence and financial stability.

What critics are saying

  • Leadership transitions, such as the recent appointment of a new president for the vocational segment, could lead to strategic misalignments and operational disruptions.
  • The competitive landscape in specialized vehicle manufacturing is intense, requiring continuous innovation to maintain market leadership.

What makes Oshkosh unique

  • Oshkosh Corporation's focus on purpose-built vehicles for specialized markets like defense, fire emergency, and aviation ground support sets it apart from more generalized vehicle manufacturers.
  • The company's heavy investment in R&D and continuous innovation, as evidenced by its spot on Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies of 2024, provides a competitive edge.
  • Oshkosh's commitment to electrification, showcased by products like the Next Generation Delivery Vehicle and the McNeilus Volterra ZSL, positions it as a leader in sustainable vehicle solutions.