At Oshkosh, we build, serve and protect people and communities around the world by designing and manufacturing some of the toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. We employ over 18,000 team members all united by a common purpose. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day.<div><div>THE ROLE:  </div><div>We are seeking a motivated Software Systems Intern to join our Automotive Systems Engineering team. This role offers hands-on experience in the design, integration, and validation of software systems that enable advanced vehicle features. The intern will collaborate with cross-functional teams to help define requirements, analyze system interactions, and support the development of robust, safe, and scalable software architectures for next-generation vehicles. </div><div>YOUR IMPACT: </div><div>As an Automotive Software Systems Engineering Intern your assignments may include: </div><div><ul><li>Assist in the development and documentation of software system requirements, ensuring alignment with vehicle-level functions and features. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Support software architecture design activities, including interface definitions and data flows between embedded controllers, displays, and external systems. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Contribute to the integration and validation of software across multiple ECUs and domains (powertrain, body, infotainment, safety, connectivity). </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Work with C/C++ and/or model-based tools (MATLAB/Simulink) for prototyping and system validation. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Support AUTOSAR-based system configurations and interface integration. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Assist in analyzing and resolving software and system-level issues discovered during simulation, bench testing, or in-vehicle testing. </li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Participate in system safety and cybersecurity assessments (ISO 26262, ISO/SAE 21434) where applicable. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Document findings, test results, and provide recommendations for system improvements. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Collaborate with hardware, software, and validation engineers to ensure seamless system performance. </li></ul></div><div>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:    </div><div><ul><li>High School Diploma or equivalent working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering or related technical field. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Willing to travel or relocate to Oshkosh, WI for the duration of the summer 2026 internship. Summer housing is available to interns whose permanent address is greater than 50 miles from their work location.</li></ul></div></div>Pay Range: $18.00 - $37.00<div><div><div><div><div><div><div>The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

Moving the world forward Oshkosh is an industrial technology company of approximately 17,000 team members, that designs and manufactures some of the world&rsquo;s toughest specialty and access equipment under the brands of JLG&reg;, Hinowa, Pierce&reg;, Power Towers, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh&reg; Defense, McNeilus&reg;, IMT&reg;, Jerr-Dan&reg;, Frontline&trade; Communications, Oshkosh&reg; Airport Products, Oshkosh&reg; AeroTech and Pratt Miller. We make a difference in people&rsquo;s lives by creating mission-critical equipment that serves the everyday hero. Our innovation is people focused and developed by sharing advances across our portfolio of companies. For us, it&rsquo;s about moving the world forward through building, serving and protecting communities. Our purpose: Make a difference in people&rsquo;s lives.

Software Systems Engineer Intern

At Oshkosh, we build, serve and protect people and communities around the world by designing and manufacturing some of the toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. We employ over 18,000 team members all united by a common purpose. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day.<div><div>THE ROLE:&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div>We are seeking a motivated Software Systems Intern to join our Automotive Systems Engineering team. This role offers hands-on experience in the design, integration, and validation of software systems that enable advanced vehicle features. The intern will collaborate with cross-functional teams to help define requirements, analyze system interactions, and support the development of robust, safe, and scalable software architectures for next-generation vehicles.&nbsp;</div><div>YOUR IMPACT:&nbsp;</div><div>As an Automotive Software Systems Engineering Intern your assignments may include:&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>Assist in the development and documentation of software system requirements, ensuring alignment with vehicle-level functions and features.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Support software architecture design activities, including interface definitions and data flows between embedded controllers, displays, and external systems.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Contribute to the integration and validation of software across multiple ECUs and domains (powertrain, body, infotainment, safety, connectivity).&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Work with C/C++ and/or model-based tools (MATLAB/Simulink) for prototyping and system validation.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Support AUTOSAR-based system configurations and interface integration.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Assist in analyzing and resolving software and system-level issues discovered during simulation, bench testing, or in-vehicle testing.&nbsp;</li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Participate in system safety and cybersecurity assessments (ISO 26262, ISO/SAE 21434) where applicable.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Document findings, test results, and provide recommendations for system improvements.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Collaborate with hardware, software, and validation engineers to ensure seamless system performance.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>High School Diploma or equivalent working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering or related technical field.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Willing to travel or relocate to Oshkosh, WI for the duration of the summer 2026 internship. Summer housing is available to interns whose permanent address is greater than 50 miles from their work location.</li></ul></div></div>Pay Range: $18.00 - $37.00<div><div><div><div><div><div><div>The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer.&nbsp;Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

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