Test Engineer Student Experience - Spring 2027

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You have the knowledge, now gain the experience!

Bobcat's student program is an opportunity created to empower young professionals, like you. Whether you're looking for on the job experience, testing the waters in a desired career path, or hoping for a foot in the door with us, we have an experience designed specifically for you and your aspirations. As a Co-op or Intern you will be presented the tools to further your professional development, apply your schooling to real-world projects, and gain hands-on experience while completing your undergrad degree.

Co-op: An 8-month long opportunity, Co-op positions are a full-time employment experience. Co-ops are fully immersed into the worlds of corporate and production industry as a full-time team member.

Internship: A semester long opportunity, Internships positions are a part-time employment experience. With the opportunity to extend multiple semesters, Interns tap into the foundations of our corporate and production industries.

Co-op and Intern opportunities span across 18 of Bobcat's different functions.

Role & Responsibility

• Develop tests to evaluate functionality and performance
• Determine and test the necessary components
• Determine loads / conditions to be applied (voltage, temperature, vibration, etc.)
• Determine physical parameters and monitoring methods
• Operate machines or simulators under controlled conditions
• Record and analyze data
• Build or rework prototypes as design changes are made
• Set up and operate a structural fatigue test
• Conduct specifications testing on a working model

Job Requirement

• Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering
• 3.0 or higher GPA preferred
• Be able to commit to Bobcat for the entire term of the co-op (8 months) or internship (4-months)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of drafting software preferred (ProE/Creo or Solid Works)
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Project management skills are preferred
• Travel Required: <10%

Student Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Gain experience on real-life projects
• Work directly with skilled professionals at a global company
• Attend student-specific events tied to personal and professional development and full-time careers, as well as networking opportunities
• Opportunity to give back through organized Company-sponsored community service events
• First access to full-time career opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement for co-op/internship related courses up to $1,400 for a 3-credit course
• Safety boots and safety glasses reimbursements
• Relocation reimbursements, if applicable
• House-hunting or interview travel reimbursements
• Monthly $250 stipend