EARLY CAREERS

Internships

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A Career Start Like No Other

Interns at Milwaukee Tool are given unique and invaluable opportunities. If you’re looking to dive into innovative work, we’ll deliver hands-on experience to prepare you for your career. You’ll have a huge network of professionals to lean on and consult with at your fingertips. At the end of the internship, you’ll have greater confidence and, often, a full-time offer from us to push your career — and our company — to the next level.

Future Opportunities

Whether looking for a full-time career after graduation or a second summer internship, every day of your internship is your interview for future opportunities within our organization.

Projects with a Purpose

Busy work is a waste of your time, and ours. We're working quickly to change the future of job sites across the globe. You'll jump in and help out on impactful projects right from the start of your time here.

Try Something New

You're at a stage where you have the ability to try out what inspires you - and we know that! You'll get your hands dirty on many different types of projects.

A Place to Belong

Be more than an intern. Here your ideas matter and you'll be part of our team, helping us drive results day-in and day-out.

Future Opportunities

Projects with a Purpose

Try Something New

A Place to Belong

Meet Our Interns

"I feel like I'm not just here as an intern; I'm here as part of the Milwaukee Tool community, and I'm being involved as an employee would be!"

Maggie F.

Quality/Reliability Engineering Intern

"Every day is different. I have my hands in a lot of different projects and each day I come excited to work on whatever it is I'm doing that day!"

Ella A.

Marketing Intern

"My manager was very candid about the things I've done right, the things I needs to change, and how this is really benefitting the company as a whole."

Maggie D.

Finance Intern

"Milwaukee Tool provides interns opportunities to actually improve a process within the company. Within the Supply Chain department, I've been able to improves processes, improve data, and overall improve things that the planners will eventually use in the future."

Natalie P.

Supply Chain Intern

"I actually get to work on projects. I can see my work is actually being used in real life applications. The work that I do here actually allows me to swap from academics at school and projects to how it's actually applied in real life."

Harsh A.

Firmware Engineering Intern

"During the internship program, Milwaukee Tool puts an emphasis on learning about different things you can do in Milwaukee and different experiences you can have in Milwaukee."

Emma Rae S.

Electrical Engineering Intern

"Milwaukee Tool has provided me with career-ready experiences because I've been able to work with real people as they progress throughout the year. Even in the short stint of the summer internship, I've learned how to work on a real-world product that goes out to our customers."

Bryce T.

Web Developer Intern

We are relentless on building a culture that is focused on driving dedication to disruptive innovation, that takes unparalleled pride in our work and brand, and always does what’s best for the pros who depend upon our products to make a living.

Featured Jobs

Apparel Design Intern

Milwaukee, WI

As an Apparel Design Intern, you will be immersed within the team and gain hands on learning experience. You will jump right in and help out on impactful projects from the very start of your internship.

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Automation Engineering Intern

Brookfield, WI

The Automation Engineering Intern works directly with our Milwaukee tool laboratory to program and implement software solutions to improve the efficiency, quality and speed of new product development testing operations.

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Continuous Improvement Intern

Milwaukee, WI; Olive Branch, MS; Greenwood, MS

The Continuous Improvement Lean Engineering Intern will support CI efforts with data analytics, co-facilitation, development of training content and tools, help facilitate kaizen events at factories, and ensure improvements are fully integrated through follow-up, perseverance, and consistency.

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Design Research Intern

Brookfield, WI; Milwaukee, WI

The Design Research Intern works with members of the Design Research team on one to two projects over the summer, shadowing Researchers in the field, helping the Researchers lead cross-functional workshops, and participating in data analysis sessions. 

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CAD Designer Intern

Brookfield, WI; Milwaukee, WI

The Designer Intern works with our engineering teams to generate 3D models using the latest techniques for injection molded, die cast, or machined components and 3D assembly fitments, and will order and assemble rapid prototype models, and troubleshoot fitment issues and make adjustments as necessary.

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Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability Intern

Milwaukee, WI; Olive Branch, MS

The EHSS Intern supports safety and environmental initiatives at a corporate level and the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in our test labs, manufacturing, and distribution centers.

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Common Questions And Answers

When is the best time to apply for an internship at Milwaukee Tool?

Internships are generally posted in the beginning of the fall semester (August - September) for the following year and are filled on a rolling basis. The majority of our internship positions are filled by end of October.

Where can I learn more about Milwaukee Tool culture and opportunities?

Milwaukee Tool visits campuses and attends career fairs at multiple universities. We recommend checking with your university’s Career Services office to learn when we will be on your campus. If there are no current open positions above, we encourage you to view all of our current positions and learn more about our culture.

How long is the summer internship program?

Milwaukee Tool's summer interns work full-time for 10 weeks (June - August).

Does Milwaukee Tool help with relocation and housing?

Milwaukee Tool provides a stipend to assist with housing and relocation expenses that is paid out after the intern starts. We also provide resources to help interns secure their own housing.

What benefits do interns receive?

Milwaukee Tool offers interns competitive compensation, 401(k), associate discounts on merchandise, onsite gym, networking and social events and more. To learn more about our full time benefits offerings click here.

Is there an opportunity for Full-Time employment after my internship?

Milwaukee Tool offers a conversion based internship program. Many of our former interns have returned to Milwaukee Tool full-time following graduation.

Where are Milwaukee Tool Internships located?

The majority of Milwaukee Tool interns are based in Brookfield or Milwaukee, WI and surrounding areas. We also have select opportunities available in Chicago, Indiana, and Mississippi. Location options are based on the role you are applying to.

Does Milwaukee Tool offer remote internships?

Milwaukee Tool places a high value on collaboration and we think it's especially important for Interns to experience the culture of Milwaukee Tool in person while receiving the most direct support they can from their teams.

What Our Interns Say About Our Culture

I chose the Milwaukee Tool internship because I thought it would be a great hands-on experience where I could work on projects from start to finish. I wanted to work for a bigger company but also one that would give me a lot of project responsibility. Milwaukee has exceeded my expectations.

Annabelle L.

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Networking is something that I personally love! As I love to talk, getting to know some of the VPs and even other interns throughout the company is very fascinating! We all have come from different places and are working on many different projects so being able to connect with them is something that I feel everyone should do while working here!

Caden K.

Channel Marketing Intern

If I have wanted to learn anything more about what I am doing, my manager has always been available to give me information or present new and different opportunities for me. This allowed me to discover what I am truly interested in.

Sophia H.

Electrical Engineering Intern