Pratt Miller · 4 months ago
Test & Development Intern - Summer 2026
New Hudson, MI
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$18/hr - $37/hr
Start in 2026 SummerPratt Miller, an Oshkosh Company, is a product development firm in the motorsports, defense, and mobility sectors. They are seeking a Test & Development Intern to support engineering projects, applying engineering knowledge to solve real-world design and testing challenges across various industries.
AutomotiveLogistics
Responsibilities
Support the execution of small, medium, and large laboratory and in-field (proving grounds (PG), desert, wind tunnel, thermal dyno chamber, racetrack, etc.) testing projects alongside more senior test engineers and technicians
Good working background in Windows based computers and Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Ability to use CAD (NX, Creo, Catia, and/or SolidWorks) and PLM tools (Windchill, Teamcenter, etc.) to support test fixture design, drawing development, and manufacturing release processes
Ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing
Ability to perform within a matrix organization and a dynamic and fast paced environment
Must have proven multitasking and organizational skillset
Work safely to comply with all business expectations
Service-oriented mindset
Qualification
Required
Working toward a BS in Materials Science, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace or Automotive Engineering (or equivalent)
Good working background in Windows based computers and Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Ability to use CAD (NX, Creo, Catia, and/or SolidWorks) and PLM tools (Windchill, Teamcenter, etc.) to support test fixture design, drawing development, and manufacturing release processes
Ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing
Ability to perform within a matrix organization and a dynamic and fast paced environment
Must have proven multitasking and organizational skillset
Work safely to comply with all business expectations
Service-oriented mindset
Highly self-motivated with the ability to accept direction and manage his/her own workload to achieve important deadlines with reasonable oversight
Mechanical skills including the ability to use all common hand tools
Strong engineering fundamentals in all general automotive systems with hands-on, real world vehicle experience
Basic working knowledge of data acquisition and instrumentation equipment and the ability to collect and analyze test data into understandable results and write technical test reports and presentations under guidance of more senior engineers
Skilled trades experience including fabrication, machining, MIG/TIG welding, and assembly
Vehicle logistics competency (trucks, trailers, towing, vehicle recovery)
Be a team player
Have great attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Be reliable (with reliable mode of transportation)
Have excellent mechanical ability and likes to work with their hands
Strong work ethic and pride in their workmanship
Preferred
Preferably current participation in one or more SAE International collegiate design competitions (Formula SAE, Baja SAE, SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge, Formula SAE Electric, First Robotics, SAE Solar Car, etc.)
Company
Pratt Miller
Pratt Miller is a groundbreaking engineering and product development company.
Founded in 1989
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2020-12-16Acquired
Leadership Team
Matt Carroll
CEO
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