Engineering Intern

The Impact You'll Make

The Danfoss North America Solutions Engineering team in Plymouth, Minnesota is seeking an intern for summer 2027!  Our intern will support ongoing new system development programs applicable to agricultural and construction vehicles. As well as, be involved in design, analysis, implementation, testing, and troubleshooting of hydraulic and electrical systems.  If you desire real-world engineering experience in a fast-paced global company and a high performing team environment - this is a great opportunity for you!  Plus, opportunities for further growth within Danfoss are possible! We are also open to ongoing part-time co-op work during the academic year after the summer internship. 

The position is full-time (40 hrs/wk) with flexible first shift hours.  Students seeking variety, challenge, and an opportunity to build problem-solving and people skills will benefit from our internship.  We're looking for someone who is a strong communicator, self-starter, team player and professional! 

What You’ll Be Doing

• General support of ongoing research programs with both hands-on and theoretical engineering work 
• Analyze, design, assemble, test and troubleshoot prototype multi-domain systems (hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, software and controls)  
• Prototype testing in laboratory and vehicle environments 
• Document results and draw conclusions to support lead engineers 

What We're Looking For

Required (basic) qualifications  

• Enrollment in an Engineering Bachelor of Science degree program at an accredited institution. Students in Mechanical, Electrical, or Agricultural Engineering or related fields are encouraged to apply.  
• Authorized to work in the United States without work authorization. 
• At least 60 credit hours of college coursework completed by summer 2027. In other words, we are primarily looking for sophomore and junior level students.
• We will consider applicants with at least 30 credit hours completed with an exceptional skill set and work experience. 

Preferred qualifications  

• Demonstrated hands-on mechanical, electrical and/or software aptitude 
  
  • Software & controls, including embedded controls 
  • Mechatronics 
  • MATLAB and Simulink or other simulation focused platforms 
  • 3D CAD & analysis software 
• Experience with hydraulic systems and components. Prior experience with the operation of farming, construction, or industrial equipment is a plus. 
• Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams including mechanical, software, electronics, and vehicle systems 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills  
• Safety awareness, safety mindset, safe working habits 

Job Criteria 

• In-person presence. Remote work is not available for this position. The ideal candidate enjoys working with others and takes advantage of networking opportunities.  
• Balancing independence and collaboration. The ideal candidate feels responsible for finding information, staying on task, and solving the problem, recognizing that he/she will likely need some assistance and supervision.  
• Desire to learn. The ideal candidate is interested in learning about engineering and the technology behind our products. 

What You'll Get from Us

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:
Paid vacation
Flexible working hours

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

Our Commitment to Transparency

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