About the role#
We are looking for a Data Engineer Intern to join the Advanced Analytics team at Peterbilt Motors Company in Denton, Texas. This internship takes place during the summer of 2027. You will work on projects that support our data infrastructure and business intelligence goals.
What you'll do#
- Build and maintain automated data pipelines using AWS and Qlik Replicate.
- Design reporting and analytics features while working with product owners and business partners in an Agile environment.
- Create AI vision solutions for processing and analyzing image-based data.
- Use Apache Airflow and other tools to manage complex job sequences.
- Develop methods to monitor and improve data quality.
- Provide support for data pipelines after they are implemented.
- Contribute to the design patterns and architecture used to process large data volumes.
- Collaborate with end users to plan and carry out projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor or Master degree program in Computer Science, Informatics, or a related field.
- Basic skills in Python and SQL for scripting, querying, and data manipulation.
- Experience working on complex projects within multi-disciplinary teams.
- Hands-on experience with reporting tools like Power BI or Tableau.
- An understanding of how Generative AI models apply to business contexts.
- Strong communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- An analytical mindset to identify patterns and draw insights from data.
- Ability to multitask and handle competing deadlines.
- A self-starter attitude with independent problem-solving skills.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship located in Denton, Texas.
- Sponsorship is not provided for this position.
About PACCAR
PACCAR designs and manufactures light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks. Its primary brands include Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF. The company also produces diesel engines, provides financial services, and manages a global parts distribution network. Based in Bellevue, Washington, the organization operates worldwide with a workforce of over 19,000 employees.
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