Information Technology Intern Summer 2026

2026 Summer Internship - Information Technology - Help Desk

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. is currently taking applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program. These internships will be on-site in the Salina, KS area.

Our interns work full-time from Mid-May to Late July and earn $20 per hour! Housing is provided in Salina, KS for interns who currently reside outside the area.

Each of our Summer Interns complete a project with a mentor and supportive peers, allowing them to apply their college knowledge in the workplace and gain practical work experience. We also organize activities during the summer to give you the opportunity to get to know other interns and Great Plains employees through casual events like laser tag, paintball, bowling, and community activities.

Our Information Technology Interns will be assigned to work with our Information Technology Department in Salina and work on a project that relates to the department, including general helpdesk type duties.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications :

• Current college student working toward an Information Technology, MIS or similar degree
• Ability to travel to another plant or facility during the course of your internship
• Willingness to live within commuting distance of the assigned location
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel to the Salina, KS area and commute to and from work and activities throughout the Summer
• Housing will be provided within a 20-mile radius of your assigned location, if needed.
• Ability to work full-time on-site (40 hours / week) during the Summer
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination and drug screening test within a week of your first day of employment
• Providing, upon your first day of employment, satisfactory proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States, and your completion of an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9
• Completed at least 30 credit hours by beginning of internship
• Self-motivated with good project management, organization and planning skills
• Ability to communicate plans and information in a concise, effective manner in both verbal and written forms
• Exhibit a willingness to learn
• Critical thinking skills and a positive approach to solving problems
• Team player mindset and outstanding interpersonal skills
• Ability to work closely with other engineers as well as team members on the production floor
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.

At Great Plains Manufacturing, our people make the difference, making our company a great place to work and grow. If you are self-motivated, have a passion to succeed and value teamwork, we invite you to apply to join our team. For over 45 years, Great Plains Mfg, has been known as a world-class manufacturer of agriculture, farm and landscaping equipment in Central Kansas. Now a Kubota company, we have recently added a new construction equipment division. With over 2,300 dedicated employees, Great Plains Manufacturing continues its dedication toward innovation and professional growth, while maintaining our family culture and community values. Grow with us! Visit our Careers page at www.WorkForGPM.com.