Intern, Test Engineering

Blue Bird (NASDAQ: BLBD) is recognized as a technology leader and innovator of school buses since its founding in 1927. Our dedicated team members design, engineer and manufacture school buses with a singular focus on safety, reliability, and durability. School buses carry the most precious cargo in the world – 25 million children twice a day – making them the most trusted mode of student transportation. The company is the proven leader in low- and zero-emission school buses with more than 25,000 propane, natural gas, and electric powered buses sold. Blue Bird is transforming the student transportation industry through cleaner energy solutions. For more information on Blue Bird's complete product and service portfolio, visit www.blue-bird.com.

Job Summary

We’re hiring for our summer internship program seeking leading talent that shares our passion of purpose, innovation and creation. Come choose your seat on our bus and apply your classroom learnings in a fast paced, purpose-driven and ever evolving organization.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Complete assigned tasks related to product testing and analysis of various body and chassis systems.
• Under the supervision of an experienced test engineer or manager, document, set up, perform, and/or analyze results of design validation testing.
• Conduct FMVSS 221 School Bus Body Joint Strength testing, document results, and publish report to responsible product design engineer.
• Conduct various quality assurance tests and/or support product launches.
• Showcase learnings obtained during the internship program by presenting outcomes of key projects to members of the Engineering leadership team and/or members of Blue Birds’ Executive Leadership Team.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities For Success

• Able to work full-time (40 hours/week) for a 15-week period beginning May 19, 2025 – September 5, 2025
• Self-starter with ability to work semi-autonomously with appropriate guidance and direction
• Motivated to learn and contribute.
• General computer and physics knowledge required. Basic knowledge of electrical circuits and hydraulics will be helpful.
  
  

Basic Education And Experience Required

• Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• At least 18 years of age prior to the start of the internship assignment
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Mix of office work with computer and telephone use, and working in experimental shop setting up and conducting tests and experiments to collect data.
• Required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety shoes as all time on plant floor.
• May be exposed to hot/cold weather and loud noises.
• Frequent communication with people throughout the day
  
  

WE VALUE

• Ability to anticipate and understand customer needs and provide guidance
• Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills to handle difficult and sensitive matters.
• Strong project management skills. Exposure to difficult or complex projects a plus.
• Ability to influence stakeholders
• Effective communication and ability to communicate complex details in a clear manner.
• Flexible workspaces and work hours that help you unleash the best you.
• Working in a collaborative team and balancing the needs of individual stakeholders while delivering corporate objectives.
• The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
  
  

Blue Bird® is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We strive to have the best available talent in every job based on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities each person brings. Blue Bird is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination in all forms.

Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.