Digital & Information Technology Intern - Summer 2025

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 , 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.

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 :

you are paired with one of our DP associates for mentor support throughout your 12-weeks.

• weekly functional and centralized learning sessions to broaden your knowledge base, both within and beyond your program.
• you will have intentional time with peers and leaders at Polaris to build your professional network.

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.

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.

you will be invited to volunteer alongside your fellow interns.

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