Electronic Systems - Summer Internship Positions

Location: Columbus, IN, United States Department: Engineering

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

Product Software

This applied technology position will be involved in creating and managing the software that controls the operation of many Cummins’ products in a variety of end use applications.

Software Tools

This applied technology position will be involved in the identification and understanding of stakeholder requirements, specifications and the design, implementation, testing and/or release of software that interact with Cummins’ products in a variety of customer applications.

Hardware

This applied technology position creates and integrates electrical and electronic hardware that is essential to Cummins products. People in these positions will typically develop and validate electronic sensors, actuators, control units, harnesses, wiring practices, or control systems and associated analog and digital signals to ensure the consistent operation of Cummins’ products in a variety of customer applications.

Product Performance & Controls Integration

This product focused position tailors’ electronic and electrical systems for Cummins products. People in these positions will translate product requirements into hardware and software technical requirements that control the operation of Cummins’ products in a variety of customer applications.

To be successful in this role you will need the following

Design and Application of Mechatronics Systems

Machine Integration and Optimization

Product Failure Mode Avoidance

Product Problem Solving

Product Verification and Validation Management

System Requirements Engineering

Decision quality

Drives results

Communicates effectively

Degree Programs Considered: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD

Major Programs Typically Considered: All Engineering Majors

2026 Monthly Salary Range by Degree Level

Bachelor's - $4,100 - $5,000

Master's - $6,000

PhD - $7,300

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Internship program criteria

Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college/university

Minimum 2.5 or above GPA preferred

Must be able to complete 40 hours per week

Willingness to learn from others on the job

Must be currently residing within the continental U.S.

Cummins and E-verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates right to work using E-Verify. Cummins will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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U.S. Early Careers Eligibility Requirements

Summer Intern: Students must be enrolled full-time at an accredited U.S. college or university, actively pursuing a degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, MBA, or JD), with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Candidates must currently reside within the continental United States. Students are expected to work 40 hours per week for a minimum of 10 weeks and a maximum of 12 weeks.

International Student Eligibility (U.S. based roles): F-1 visa students must have approved Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Occupational Practical Training (OPT) before their Early Career assignment begin. CPT/OPT must relate to their degree and be authorized by their university. Students are responsible for securing this approval through their school’s international office.

Commitment: Students must be able to manage their academic responsibilities without compromising their job performance.