What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lean Engineer Intern Summer 2026 position at Great Plains Mfg?
2026 Summer Intern – Lean Engineer
Salina, KS
Great Plains Manufacturing, a Kubota Company, is currently taking applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program. These internships will be on-site in the Salina, KS area.
Our Summer Interns work full-time from Mid-May to Early-August and earn $20 per hour. Engineering interns enjoy a 4-day work week with a work schedule of Monday to Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Housing is provided for interns who currently reside outside the Salina, KS area.
Each of our Summer Interns complete a project with a mentor and supportive peers, allowing them to apply their college knowledge in the workplace and gain practical work experience. We also organize activities during the summer to give you the opportunity to get to know other interns and Great Plains employees through casual events like laser tag, paintball, bowling, and community events.
Our Lean Engineer Interns will be assigned to one of our facilities in the Salina, KS area and work on a project in Lean Engineering as it relates to manufacturing agricultural or construction equipment.
Required Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Ag Systems or other relevant Engineering major
- Willingness to live within commuting distance of the assigned location, typically in the Salina, KS or Abilene, KS area for the duration of the Summer
- Housing will be provided within a 20-mile radius of your assigned location, if needed.
- Ability to work full-time on-site (40 hours/week) during the Summer
- Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination and drug screening test within a week of your first day of employment
- Providing, upon your first day of employment, satisfactory proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States, and your completion of an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel to the Salina, KS area and commute to and from work and activities throughout the Summer
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Completed at least 30 credit hours by beginning of internship
- Self-motivated with good project management, organization and planning skills
- Ability to communicate plans and information in a concise, effective manner in both verbal and written forms
- Exhibit a willingness to learn
- Critical thinking skills and a positive approach to solving problems
- Team player mindset and outstanding interpersonal skills
- Ability to work closely with other engineers as well as team members on the production floor
- Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
- Basic CAD software knowledge helpful
At Great Plains Manufacturing, our people make the difference, making our company a great place to work and grow. If you are self-motivated, have a passion to succeed and value teamwork, we invite you to apply to join our team. For over 45 years, Great Plains Mfg, has been known as a world-class manufacturer of agriculture, farm and landscaping equipment in Central Kansas. Now a Kubota company, we have recently added a new construction equipment division. With over 2,300 dedicated employees, Great Plains Manufacturing continues its dedication toward innovation and professional growth, while maintaining our family culture and community values. Grow with us! Visit our Careers page at www.WorkForGPM.com.
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