Engineering Development Program

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Polaris Inc. is a global leader in powersports and known to millions of people around the world as we offer a diverse portfolio of products and services including boats, off-road vehicles, motorcycles, commercial vehicles, and more. Polaris pioneers’ product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services, that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954.

At Polaris, we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are and help create incredible products and experiences that empower us to Think Outside.

The Polaris Engineering Development Program (EDP) offers a robust opportunity for recent engineering graduates who share our commitment to the design and production of world-class vehicles. Our unique two-year development program will help you develop essential skills in Polaris Engineering processes that provide a broad-based understanding of the product development cycle while giving you in-depth exposure to our customers and their needs.

Through your Engineering rotations, you will be given challenging assignments to accelerate your career development for future positions of significant responsibility. The variety of work gives you an introduction to what working at Polaris is all about and helps you decide where you can best apply your interests to meet the company’s needs. During this program, you will also establish mentor relationships with our business leadership that will continue throughout your career with Polaris.

Polaris provides the resources, support, and environment you need to achieve both personal and professional success in this role.

Program Length: 2 Years
Rotation Length: 6 Months (4X)
Potential Placement Locations Could Include: Roseau, MN;
Wyoming, MN;
Medina, MN;
Huntsville, AL;
Novi, MI; or San Angelo, TX

• Design Engineering
• Test and Validation
• Manufacturing or Operations
• Project/Product Engineering

Upon successful completion of the Development Program, participants will transition into a full-time Engineering position. Role placement will be guided by a combination of business needs, demonstrated strengths, program experiences, and career interests.

• Mentorship – you are paired with one of our functional business leaders for mentor support throughout your entire DP journey.
• Networking - intentional time with peers and leaders at Polaris to build your professional network.
• Early Talent Summit Week : participate in our 3‑day event in our Wyoming, MN office. This immersive experience brings together all US interns and DPs for professional development, structured networking, a DP graduation event, inspiring executive speakers, and a thrilling team ride on some of your favorite Polaris vehicles.
• Community Engagement : opportunity to get involved in your local community.
• End of Rotation/Program Presentations : present to our senior level leaders to showcase your career aspirations and recap your internship experience.

• A generous 401K employee’s contribution matching program.
• Pay for Performance Company which uniquely allows employees to receive Annual Profit‑Sharing bonuses based upon the performance of the employee.
• Tuition Reimbursement program to support employees who want to further their education.

Applications are open from August
-November each year. Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted candidates will typically be contacted for an initial phone screen by the end of November. Candidates selected to move forward will be invited to participate in a…