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Program Management Intern

Oshkosh Corporation · Oshkosh, WI · $18.00–$37.00 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 10, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a project you planned and ran to completion. How did you track scope, schedule and risks?

What they are checking: Whether they have real experience directing small projects, which this internship expects them to do.

Tell me about a time you had to delegate work to someone. How did you make sure it got done?

What they are checking: Whether they can set clear priorities and follow up without micromanaging.

Tell me about a time a teammate wasn't pulling their weight on a group project. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they address problems directly and fairly rather than quietly doing all the work.

What would you do

Engineering says a part will be late and manufacturing needs it next week. How would you coordinate a response?

What they are checking: Whether they can bring departments together quickly to find options and communicate the impact.

A customer asks for a change midway through. What questions would you ask before agreeing?

What they are checking: Whether they understand change management and check cost, schedule and scope impacts first.

What would you suggest if you noticed a quality issue repeating in a process you were watching?

What they are checking: Whether they speak up and suggest improvements, which the posting asks interns to do.

About the work

What goes into a useful status report, and what makes one useless?

What they are checking: Whether they report on risks and decisions needed, not just a list of activity.

How would you build a risk register for a small project, and what would you do with it once it exists?

What they are checking: Whether they see risk management as ongoing action, not a document filed and forgotten.

Oshkosh Defense builds vehicles for military customers. Why might program management be stricter here than in other industries?

What they are checking: Whether they appreciate contract requirements, documentation and accountability in defense programs.

How do you stay organized when you're tracking many tasks owned by other people?

What they are checking: Whether they have real tools and habits for tracking dependencies and deadlines.

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The full job description

As published by Oshkosh Corporation.

About Oshkosh Defense, an Oshkosh company Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions. YOUR IMPACT These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned. • Create and maintain project documentation for project planning, requirements analysis, risk management, issues management, status reporting, project communication, and quality assurance • Coordinate and manage internal and external resources to accomplish program objectives , including change management • Plans and directs small projects to completion • Manages project, scope, cost, timeline and risk management • Accepts and delegates authority, establishes priorities for work delegated to others • Monitor product quality and process control and suggest improvements as needed • Coordinate communication between suppliers, customers, and team members ( e.g. Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Assembly, Service, Testing, Quality Control, and Marketing departments) as needed MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Student working towards a Bachelor's degree in Business , International Studies, or other related field throughout entire duration of the internship • Graduation date of December 2027 or later STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS • Strong verbal presentation and written communication skills • Excellent time management and organizational skills Pay Range: $18.00 - $37.00 The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. 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. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success. Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com. Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application. Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information. Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

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