Haytools Field Test Engineer Intern 1
Summary
A summer internship with CNH Industrial's Haytools Field Test Engineering team in New Holland, PA. The intern updates prototype hay/forage equipment, runs lab and field tests, troubleshoots mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems, collects performance data, and writes test reports, using tools like Creo. Requires current enrollment in a Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering program.
About Us
At CNH, we're driven by a clear purpose: we serve and advance the people who feed and build a growing world.
As a global leader in agriculture and construction, we create the equipment, technology, and solutions that help our customers work more productively and sustainably. Our success starts with our people, and we foster a collaborative culture where innovation thrives and every employee has the opportunity to grow.
Grow a Career. Build a Future.
If you're ready to make an impact and build a career with purpose, there's a place for you at CNH.
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Intern Program Overview
We are committed to building a strong talent pipeline by investing in early career professionals. Our internship and co-op programs provide mentorship, training, hands-on experience, and growth opportunities that empower students to explore their career paths with confidence. Through competitive wages, networking events, social and volunteer activities, professional development workshops, and housing support, we strive to deliver one of the best internship experiences—designed to develop and inspire the talent of tomorrow. Summer interns work full-time (40 hours per week) from May through August. Candidates must be currently enrolled college students actively pursuing a degree to participate in the internship program.
Job Purpose
The Haytools Field Test Engineering team plays a critical role in validating the performance, reliability, and durability of CNH’s hay and forage equipment. By working directly with prototype machines in both lab and field environments, the team ensures that new products meet customer expectations for functionality, safety, and quality.
As a Haytools Field Test Engineer Intern, you will gain hands-on experience updating prototype equipment, executing field tests, and diagnosing system-level issues, while working closely with engineers to improve product designs.
Key Responsibilities
Your responsibilities may include:
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Updating prototype equipment and supporting design teams with Creo modeling tasks
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Reviewing test plans and executing tests on-site and in the field
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Diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing issues related to crop gathering, cutting, feeding, drivetrain, electrical/electronic, and fluid power systems
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Collecting and interpreting field and lab data, including noise, vibration, speed, torque, hydraulic pressure/flow, and electronic sensor data
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Communicating results by submitting timely, concise test reports covering performance, reliability, serviceability, customer appeal, and safety
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Maintaining accurate and comprehensive test records for future reference and analysis
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Assisting with the build and assembly of prototype machinery to develop product familiarity
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Traveling to remote test locations for extended periods (approximately 40–60% of the internship, in 4-week intervals)
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates must be pursuing (at minimum) a Bachelor’s degree in Mechnical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field.
Pay Transparency
The annual salary for this role is USD $19.00 - $31.00 plus any applicable bonus (Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.)
What We Offer
We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.
At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future.