About the role#
Peterbilt Motors Company is looking for an intern to join the Autonomous Vehicle Platform team in Denton, Texas. This is a full-time, paid summer internship for 2027. You will work on-site alongside experienced professionals to support our engineering projects.
What you'll do#
- Assist with pilot builds and test property builds.
- Release engineering drawings.
- Identify and investigate the root cause of defects.
- Collect, analyze, and report on test data.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering program.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills.
- A resourceful, self-starting approach and a professional demeanor.
Location & details#
- Location: Denton, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
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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