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2027 Summer Internships

Great Plains Manufacturing

All Internships Work On-Site in Kansas

Great Plains Manufacturing, a Kubota Company, is currently taking general applications for our 2027 Summer Internship Program. Internships will be based in one of the following communities in North Central Kansas: Abilene, Assaria, Lucas, Salina, or Tipton.

Founded in 1976 and headquartered in Salina, Kansas, Great Plains Manufacturing, a subsidiary of Kubota Corporation, is a leading producer of agricultural implements for tillage, seeding, and planting, alongside Land Pride, a division for grounds maintenance and dirt-working tools. Salina is also home to Kubota Construction Equipment Research and Development-North America, which designs Kubota skid steers and compact track loaders; the Great Plains Manufacturing Construction Equipment Division then manufactures those products.

Our Summer Interns work full-time from Mid-May to Early-August and earn $20 per hour. Housing is provided in Salina, KS 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.

Available Internships for Summer 2027 Include:

• Design Engineer Intern
• Electrical Engineer Intern
• Lean Engineer Intern
• Test Engineer Intern
• Quality Engineer Intern
• Manufacturing Engineer Intern
• Paint Process Engineer Intern
• Automation/Robotics Engineer Intern
• Accounting/Finance Intern
• Information Technology Intern
• Environmental Engineer Intern
• Health & Safety Engineer Intern
• Sales Management Intern
• Supply Chain Intern

Required Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in a relevant Engineering or Business Major from a 4-year accredited university
• 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 30-mile radius of your assigned location, if needed.
• Ability to work full-time on-site (40 hours/week) during the Summer
• 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
• 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

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 for engineering internships

Application Instructions: When applying to this post, please be sure to note which specific internship interests you. Job postings for individual internships will be posted in September 2026. Applicants are encouraged to apply again to the individual internship which most interests them at that time. Interviews for Summer 2027 Internships will begin in Fall 2026 and continue through Spring 2027 until all positions are filled.

Please note that we receive a substantial number of applicants for our Summer Internship Program each year, and the selection process is highly competitive. While we are not be able to reach out to all candidates individually, please know that your interest and effort are very much appreciated. If you aren’t selected for the upcoming year, we hope you’ll consider applying again in the future.

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!