Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Polaris Inc. is a global leader in powersports, offering a diverse portfolio of products and services including boats, off-road vehicles, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles. Since our founding in 1954, we’ve pioneered product breakthroughs and enriching experiences that invite people to discover the joy of the outdoors.

About the role

The Polaris Engineering Internship is a 12-week paid summer program designed for emerging juniors and seniors pursuing a career in the global powersports industry. This internship offers impactful, project-based assignments that provide exposure to multiple facets of engineering, including both larger ongoing projects and shorter-scale initiatives aligned with business objectives.

You will be placed into a specific team based on interest and business needs, such as:

• Design Engineering
• Project Engineering
• Systems Engineering
• Test or Development Engineering

Potential placement locations include Roseau, MN; Wyoming, MN; Huntsville, AL; San Angelo, TX; or Novi, MI. Embracing adaptability will allow you to gain diverse experiences and develop a broader skill set.

Upon completion, high-performing interns may be offered a returning internship or a position in our rotational leadership development program.

Program highlights

• Mentorship: Paired with a DP associate for support throughout the 12 weeks.
• Programming Hours: Weekly functional and centralized learning sessions to broaden your knowledge.
• Networking: Intentional time with peers and leaders to build your professional network.
• Intern Innovation Challenge: Cross-functional case study where teams present solutions to a real Polaris problem to executive leadership.
• Early Talent Summit Week: A 3-day event in Wyoming, MN, bringing together all U.S. interns and DPs for professional development, networking, executive speakers, and team rides on Polaris vehicles.
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to get involved in your local community.
• Final Presentations: Showcase your career aspirations and internship experience to senior leaders.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master's degree in Engineering (e.g., mechanical, electrical, computer, software, or systems engineering) with an intended graduation date between August 2027–May 2029.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
• Able to complete the full 12-week internship (40 hours per week) within the following dates:
  • May 17th – August 6th, 2027, or
  • May 31st – August 20th, 2027.
• Willing and able to relocate.
• Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) and not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future.
• Must have reliable transportation for daily commuting.
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office software tools (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and Word).

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated strengths in analysis, creative problem-solving, communication, interpersonal relationships, self-motivation, and leadership.
• Strong interest in long-term career development and leadership programs.
• Previous leadership experience in work, organizations, or classroom settings.
• Completion of at least two years of university coursework.
• Previous internship/co-op experience.
• Experience using CAD or equivalent software (Creo highly desired).
• Hands-on engineering experience through prior internships or clubs (e.g., SAE, Clean Snow).

Benefits

• Relocation assistance for qualifying interns (home address 35+ miles from the office), including a lump-sum payment (grossed up to offset tax liability) and access to a relocation counselor.

Pay

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $24.00 to $32.00 per hour, plus eligibility for overtime. Individual pay is determined by factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.