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Quality Intern

Summer 2025

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Oshkosh

Oshkosh

5,001-10,000 employees

Designs and manufactures specialized vehicles and equipment

Industrial & Manufacturing
Defense

Compensation Overview

$18 - $37Hourly

No H1B Sponsorship

Orlando, FL, USA

This is not a remote position.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Requirements
  • US Citizenship is required due to government contracts
  • Enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program (preferably Junior or Senior), in the following fields of study: Business or Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering
  • Strong MS Office knowledge, especially in Excel and Word
  • Excellent communication and organization skills
  • Energetic and self-motivated with the ability to work individually or as part of a team
  • High attention to detail
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing practices a plus (i.e., Kanban, 5S/6S, A3)
  • Ability to work productively and cohesively in a diverse and multicultural environment
Responsibilities
  • Plan, develop, and coordinate detailed phases of inspection on a wide variety of manufacturing concerns
  • Help to ensure compliance to established procedures and interact with team leaders and subject matter experts, including design engineers to produce documents and help train individuals
  • Complete research regarding problem areas of varying scope and complexity to develop suitable inspection techniques, monitoring schedules and procedures for application in problem areas
  • Work with engineering and manufacturing disciplines to resolve production quality problems
  • Support 6S, Kaizen, A3, and other RCI events
  • Support RCI Training activities and initiatives
  • Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion

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.

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