Polaris Industries Inc
Digital & Information Technology Intern - Summer 2025
Polaris Industries Inc, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55130
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. Internship Program Overview The Polaris Digital & Information Technology Internship program is a 12-week program designed for future leaders who seek a culture built on innovation, passion, and collaboration. You will have the invaluable chance to bring your education to life through real world project work at one of the most dynamic companies within the power sports industry. As a D&IT Intern, you will gain experience and exposure across the enterprise in spaces like: Predictive Data Science Infrastructure (L2 Client, Collaboration, Database, Desktop, DevOps, Network, Systems) Information Security Product Management Software Digital Marketing Operations Internship Locations Could Include : Many D&IT Interns are based out of our corporate headquarters in Minneapolis, MN, but could also include Osceola, WI, Roseau, MN, Spirit Lake, IA, Huntsville, AL, Wyoming, MN, Battle Ground, WA, Wilmington, OH, & Vermillion, SD This program serves as a primary feeder into our rotational leadership development program , providing you as an intern with the foundational skills and experiences needed to excel in your career. Upon completion of the internship program, those who demonstrate exceptional performance and a passion to learn may be offered a returning internship or a full-time position, depending on eligibility. This is more than an internship it's the beginning of your ultimate adventure at Polaris In addition to the meaningful project work you will get exposed to; you have the opportunity as an intern to network and participate in intentional programming designed for all interns within the program. This includes professional development offerings with the following: Mentorship you are paired with one of our DP associates for mentor support throughout your 12-weeks. Intern Programming - weekly functional and centralized learning sessions to broaden your knowledge base, both within and beyond your program. Networking - you will have intentional time with peers and leaders at Polaris to build your professional network. Intern Innovation Challenge: throughout your 12 weeks, you will collaborate with fellow interns on a cross-functional team to develop and propose innovative solution(s) to an internal case study you and your team will present to our executive leadership. Early Talent Summit Super Week: participate in our 3-day event jam packed with professional development, structured networking, a DP graduation event, executive speakers, and a team ride on some of your favorite Polaris vehicles. Community Engagement : you will be invited to volunteer alongside your fellow interns. Final Presentations : you will showcase your career aspirations and recap your internship experience during final presentations. The Selection Process: Applications are open from September December 2024. You will be invited to participate in a MS TEAMS panel interview with an identified HR business partner and functional leader. Upon accepting an offer, you will partner with the Early Talent team in Spring 2025 to be matched to your specific intern role/project, team, and location through an intern matching process. You will be asked to complete a survey that provides insights to help us match you with a real-life business opportunity best suited to your strengths, development areas, and interests. Intern Relocation Assistance: Polaris offers a relocation program for interns who qualify through Weichert Workforce Mobility. To qualify for these services your home address must be 35 miles or more from the office where you will be working. Benefits include a lump sum (grossed up to offset tax liability), access to a relocation counselor to explain the resources available to you and aid securing short-term housing available to you. Your responsibilities will include daily transportation to/from office. Required Qualifications: Currently pursuing a graduate or undergraduate degree with a technical emphasis. Common degrees for this program include (but not limited to): Computer Science, Information Systems/Tech, MIS, Data Science, Software Engineering, Infrastructure, Cyber/Network Security/Engineering Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 Able to complete full 12-week internship working 40 hours per week (May/June-August 2025) Geographic flexibility and willingness to partake in the intern matching process as part of our internship program Proven strength in the following: analysis and creative problem solving, communication, interpersonal relationships, self-motivation, and leadership Proficiency with Microsoft Office software tools (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, Word and SharePoint) Preferred Qualifications: Completion of at least two years of university coursework Previous Internship/Co-op experience Previous leadership experience in work, organizations, or classroom This position is not eligible for sponsorship. To be considered for this opportunity, you must apply on our career page. LI-KD1 We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to Think Outside. Apply today About Polaris As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER, RZR and Polaris GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com EEO Statement Polaris is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work. As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers. At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures. Learn more at http://www.polaris.com/careers