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Oshkosh Corporation Sustainability and Environmental Intern Oshkosh, Wisconsin

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.

THE ROLE

As a Sustainability & Environmental Intern for the summer of 2025 you have the opportunity to assist the Environmental & Sustainability team within the corporation.

YOUR IMPACT

  • Project #1: Support the creation of a Quantitative Climate Risk Assessment: A quantitative climate risk assessment is used by organizations to identify climate-related vulnerabilities and prioritize adaptation measures. The assessment will leverage numerical data to evaluate the potential impacts of climate change on a specific area, providing a measurable estimate of the likelihood and severity of current and future climate risks. The Intern using third party tools (OS-Climate, World Resources Institute, IPCC etc.) will review Oshkosh manufacturing locations and characteristics of assets or infrastructure potentially affected by climate hazards. Project will result in Oshkosh being able to advance public disclosures and meet regulatory requirements.

  • Project #2: Assistance in the development of a detailed Climate Transition Plan: Oshkosh is developing a detailed action plan that outlines how the organization will address its operations and assets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Climate transition plans are driven by requirements and regulations, stakeholder interest in transparency, and to meet Oshkosh’s public commitments and achieve its GHG reduction targets. The Intern will research energy usage from large stationary equipment, asset lifespan, and evaluate capital needed to replace aging infrastructure with energy efficient equipment. In addition, analyze utility company commitments to green the grid and the reduction of emissions over what period they have made public commitments to achieve.

  • Project #3: Assessment of Lithium Batteries: Oshkosh develops purpose-built vehicles to ensure that we provide safer, sustainable, and smarter products. Our extensive and growing portfolio of electric vehicles assists customers in reducing their environmental footprint while meeting high standards for safety and functionality. The Intern will gather info through technical data sheets (TDS) develop a repository of information on the variety of batteries we are currently using and planning to use in our products. life expectancy of the batteries, project how many we will use, and what current options exist for end of life. Project will result in Oshkosh being able to with key internal stakeholders to understand the environmental impact for the electrification options in our vehicles.

  • Project 4: Assist in completing Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) for inclusion on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and CDP submittal.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or equivalent working towards a degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability Management, or related field. Willing to travel or relocate to Oshkosh, WI for the duration of the internship.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

Previous intern experience in a manufacturing or other business environment.

Pay Range:

$18.00 - $37.00

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.

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 an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law 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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