About the role#
We are looking for a Design Engineering Intern to join the Cab and Sleepers Structures and Interiors team in Denton, Texas. This is a full-time, paid internship for the summer of 2027. You will work on-site at our facility to support engineering projects and product development.
What you'll do#
- Assist product development engineers with daily tasks.
- Provide support for production and help resolve issues as they arise.
- Participate in product validation and pilot truck build activities.
- Work on process improvement projects.
- Prepare engineering activity and status reports.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Mechanical Engineering or related degree program.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
- An analytical mindset with an interest in collecting, analyzing, and reporting on test data.
- A resourceful and self-starting attitude.
- High level of professionalism.
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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