Guide Bar Intern

About Us:

We are more than just chainsaws, blowers, and trimmers. We have a long-standing tradition of hiring diverse, talented people who help make STIHL a successful, world-class brand. Since revolutionizing the forestry industry in Germany with the first electric chainsaw in 1926, the STIHL name has remained synonymous with outstanding innovation, high-quality products, and comprehensive services.

As part of our internship program, students will have the opportunity to:

• Gain hands-on, real-world experience within a leading industry, working on meaningful projects that contribute to day-to-day operations and long-term initiatives
• Volunteer to assist with company events such as the Family Picnic, Employee Summit, Manufacturing Technology Summer Camp, and other events as needed.
• Complete a final presentation outlining their internship experience, which may be presented to their direct supervisor and colleagues.
• Gain hands-on exposure to projects, team collaboration, and professional development opportunities designed to prepare them for future careers.
• Participate in learning sessions, networking opportunities, and community-building activities across the organization.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Join us for an exciting summer!  We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Guide Bar team as an intern.

As a Guide Bar intern, you will be exposed to hands-on documentation development, digital learning integration, and technical design support within a complex manufacturing environment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the standardization and digitization of work instructions while gaining experience with advanced manufacturing processes, automation, and technical documentation systems.

In this role, you will support the Guide Bar Department by creating and digitizing work instructions using the Dozuki platform for a variety of manufacturing processes. You will also assist in identifying documentation gaps, developing 3D models and 2D drawings for critical spare parts, and organizing technical documentation within DB Works to support training, maintenance, and long-term operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and digitize standardized work instructions using the Dozuki platform for manufacturing equipment and processes
• Support documentation for processes including metal stamping, welding/hardening, assembly, spot welding, painting/packing, and digital printing
• Review existing documentation to identify gaps, inconsistencies, and incomplete procedures
• Assist in developing clear, easy-to-follow work instructions accessible via tablets on the production floor
• Identify missing machine documentation, including 3D models and 2D drawings of spare parts
• Develop 3D models and detailed 2D drawings with functional dimensions and GD&T for critical spare parts
• Measure components as needed to support accurate model and drawing creation
• Organize and properly file documentation and reference materials within DB Works
• Coordinate with internal teams and external suppliers to support quoting and cost-effective sourcing of spare parts

Internship Goals:

• Gain a working understanding of manufacturing equipment and processes
• Strengthen cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
• Develop proficiency in digital work instruction platforms
• Develop cost analysis and decision-making skills

Specifications

Candidate Perferences

Academic Year: Junior, Senior

Area of Study: Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Software Experience: MS Office, Solid Works, SAP

Additional Information:

Work Hours: 8:00AM-5:00PM

Department: Guide Bar
Compensation: $20/hr