Robotic Programming/Welding Intern (Summer 2027)

About the role

JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world. The Robotics Programmer/Weld Intern is responsible for the operation, programming, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the welding robots. This intern will be assisting our fabrication departments. This role’s core hours are on 1st shift.

Working conditions combine office-based administrative duties with physical activity in field or production environments. In the office setting, tasks may require extended computer use, sitting, and attending meetings. Field or floor work may involve walking across various terrains or shop floors, standing, moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), climbing stairs, and exposure to varying temperatures or noise levels. Must be able to shift focus between detailed cognitive work and occasional physical tasks as needed. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities to support performance across both office and field responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate robots, train others, and observe robots in operation.
• Oversee operation of the robot and troubleshoot and correct problems that may occur to the robot.
• Provide technical support to the manufacturing group with regards to the manufacturing processes/tooling related to robot programming.
• Assist with fixture design, development, and maintenance.
• Design welding programming in order for it to safely execute correct welds and improve operations improving technology.
• Identify and coordinate projects that involve the robots (i.e. new technology, installation of capital equipment.)
• Read blueprints and interpret symbols and assemblies and be able to understand failure analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Pursuing either an associate or bachelor’s degree in weld engineering, robotics, mechatronics, programming, engineering or a related field.

Skills

• Background in fabrication.
• Experience with offline programming.

Pay

The pay range is $18.00 - $37.00. 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.

Schedule

Core hours are on 1st shift.