About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience within a manufacturing environment. You will work alongside engineers to evaluate production methods, support product launches, and ensure processes are efficient and ready for full-scale production. The role involves technical work where you will use independent judgment to solve problems and improve manufacturing outcomes.
What you'll do#
- Analyze production processes and conduct time studies to ensure accuracy.
- Identify and implement improvements for safety, quality, productivity, and ergonomics.
- Assist with the design, specification, and improvement of tools and equipment.
- Support prototype, pilot, and production builds.
- Develop business cases for new and current products.
- Analyze product designs to determine the best manufacturing methods.
- Participate in cross-functional team projects.
- Foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s program or higher in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Recent graduates within one year of the start date are also eligible.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD.
- Previous mechanical or assembly knowledge.
- A curious, inquisitive mindset and a willingness to work directly on the shop floor.
- Ability to work in an environment with ongoing change and ambiguity.
- A sense of urgency and a focus on customer-driven solutions.
- Passion for the automotive or trucking industry.
Location & details#
- Location: High Point, North Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027 (starting May or June).
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Note: This position is not open to visa sponsorship.
About Daimler Truck North America
Daimler Truck North America operates as a subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG. Founded in 1942, the company produces heavy-duty and medium-duty trucks along with specialized commercial vehicles. It manages brands such as Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, and Thomas Built Buses from its headquarters in Portland, Oregon. The firm also supplies diesel engines and components while maintaining a workforce of over 10,000 employees.
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