Intern - Product Support

Komatsu
United States, Texas, Longview
5410 West Loop 281 (Show on map)
Nov 09, 2024
Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, includingTimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton. Job Overview Komatsu Longview Operations has an internship opportunity for a college student to work hands on with the Product Support group in Longview, Texas. This intern will be positioned in a highly structured learning environment where the candidate can make an important contribution. This internship is intended to identify future high potential Komatsu employees. Key Job Responsibilities Assist with in-house Komatsu mining and competitor equipment performance studies. This function can include report generation and presentations to support the product support group. Participate in troubleshooting Komatsu equipment including tools involving equipment performance, economic analysis, mining methodology, etc. Provide support to Komatsu mining product management efforts including simulation studies, competitive analyses, economic analysis principles, and other related data collection and analysis. Be willing to participate in most aspects of field studies involving equipment application and/or performance analyses. Participation in developing and conducting distributor and customer training exercises and programs. Assist with information management initiatives such as collecting, processing, storing and sharing data. Qualifications/Requirements Education: Must be enrolled in an accredited technical school with electrical/hydraulic concentration. Experience: Prior experience with work study programs, school or volunteer leadership roles, participated on teams or in clubs, professional organizations, etc. preferred. Soft Skills: Must have good written and verbal communications. Ability to multi-task, manage deadlines and easily adapt to new challenges and business working environment. Strong motivation to make contributions to Komatsu and strong motivation to drive results. PC Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office specifically with Excel, Power Point, etc. Travel: Some travel may be required. Additional Information Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.