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Automation Engineer Intern - Electrical

CompanyGarmin International, Inc.
LocationOlathe
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 27, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will design and implement automated solutions for manufacturing and distribution, including mechanical, electrical, and robotic programming. They will also troubleshoot existing systems and participate in design reviews to ensure compliance with specifications.
Internship Type
unavailable
Company Size
11455
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
WHERE DO WE START? How about Kansas City? That’s our home. That’s where Garmin put a stake in the ground in 1989. We’ve grown substantially over the years, offering diverse products and global reach in 5 diverse markets. But some things won’t ever change: Our entrepreneurial spirit and a culture where everyone’s opinion matters. That’s because we believe it’s possible to light the tech world on fire and still be on a first name basis. BIG IDEAS, SMALL EGOS What we do best is make products that let our customers do what they love. To do that, we focus on practical innovation, never losing sight of the benefits our products bring to our customers. Sure, we love bells and whistles. What leading technology company doesn't? But we make sure ours have purpose. It’s not about the things we make. It’s about the things we make possible. WE’RE GLOBAL, SERIOUSLY. Yeah, we’re based in Kansas City, but we are truly a global company. With offices throughout Europe, Asia, Middle East, South America and Australia, our products are sold all over the world. One elevator ride at our headquarters and you’re likely to hear 4 (or more) different languages being spoken. At Garmin, we may act local, but we think global. DREAM BIG. SLEEP WELL. At Garmin, we like to encourage dreamers. But at some point it’s nice to wake up and enjoy a fully aware life. So we make it super easy to achieve a good balance between working, dreaming and enjoying life—from workout classes offered throughout the day, breaks to get out and move on our campus, and wellness programs offered throughout the year. It’s almost impossible not to take advantage of Garmin’s work-life balance opportunities.
About the Role

Overview



We are seeking a full-time Automation Engineer Intern at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing robust and scalable automated solutions to support manufacturing and distribution.

Essential Functions

  • Cleanliness zone area requirements: This position requires Garmin provided personal protective equipment including SD shoes (Static Dissipative Footwear) to be always worn for an entire shift to minimize the risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD) and meet specified standards.
  • Develop all aspects of engineering design: mechanical, electrical, safety, PLC/HMI/robotic programming
  • Ensure all solutions comply with product design specifications
  • Generate revision-controlled design and user documentation
  • Participate in design reviews and present solutions to team and management
  • Troubleshoot, support and continuously improve existing automated solutions
  • Research and development of new, cutting-edge automation concepts
  • Collaborate with project teams across Garmin (Olathe & Taiwan)

Basic Qualifications

  • Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Management Information Systems, Computer Science or other related field
  • Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
  • Previous, hands-on automation experience involving robotics, electrical panel design, industrial controls and programming
  • Experience using 2D and 3D CAD design software (AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS)
  • Excellent problem-solving ability
  • Clear and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and work well with others

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous experience in engineering or IT
  • Fluent in statistical analysis
  • Speak, read, and/or write in Spanish, German or French

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Intern Benefits

Key Skills
Automation engineeringRoboticsElectrical panel designIndustrial controlsPLC programmingHMI programmingAutoCADSOLIDWORKSMechanical designElectrical designStatistical analysisProblem-solvingCommunication skillsTeamworkCAD design
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingTechnologySoftware
Benefits
Garmin's benefit program