Data Science Intern - Summer 2027

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

About the Internship Program  

Generac’s Internship Program isfull-time (40 hours per week) from May/June through August 2027. The program will beon-site, with positions in the following locations: Waukesha, WI (headquarters); Pewaukee, WI; plant locations throughout Wisconsin.   

​Generac’s Internship Program is designed to provide students with real-world experience in a supportive and innovative environment. Students contribute to impactful projects, gain exposure to industry best practices, and build lasting professional connections. This is a valuable opportunity to develop your professional and technical skills and grow alongside experienced mentors.  

Potential Roles You Will Be Considered For: 

-Data Science -Applies statistical analysis, data modeling, and machine learning techniques to transform data into actionable business and engineering insights.

-AI & Machine Learning -Develops intelligent solutions using predictive analytics, machine learning, computer vision, and generative AI technologies.

-Data Engineering -Builds and maintains data pipelines, databases, and analytics platforms that enable scalable access to high-quality data.

-Product & Operational Analytics -Uses connected product, manufacturing, test, and operational data to improve product performance, reliability, customer experience, and business outcomes.

EDUCATION,SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:  

• Currently pursuing abachelors or advanced degree (preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or Civil Engineering).  

• Understanding or working knowledge of Pro-E and/or AutoCAD experience.  

• Proficient oral and written communication and able to write clearly and succinctly to get a message across.  

• Ability to work FULL-TIME during the Summer – 40 Hour Week; Potential to work part timethrough the school year. 

PREFERRED EDUCATION  

• Completion of Sophomore year  

KEY DUTIES:  

• Designs,validates, and brings new products to market.   

• Provides new product development support in the Industrial, Commercial, Residential and/or Retail generator or Power Tool product area including; Creating and maintaining CAD models, drawings, and BOMs; Supporting product development plans (schedule, product cost, meeting design inputs); Interfacing with internal company personnel; Provide technical support for assigned projects.  

• Specifies precise new product functional requirements; designs, tests and integrates standard, less complex components to produce final designs; and evaluates the design's overall effectiveness, cost (including cost/benefit analysis), reliability (risk analysis), and safety.   

• Designs, develops,executes and evaluates fitness-for-use testing, product specifications and process validation plans for standard products and/or components; creates and reviews material part specifications and bills of materials.   

• Collaborates with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers,designers and product specialists tooptimize basic designs for manufacturability.   

• Utilizes CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) systems to modelnew designs and produce detailed engineering drawings.   

• Supports product development plans (schedule, product cost, meeting design inputs)  

• Travels to other Generac facilities as necessary  

• Other duties as assigned. 

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”