About the role#
This is a temporary internship for the Spring 2027 term. You will work within the continuous improvement department at our engine manufacturing facility in Columbus, Mississippi. The role focuses on supporting the safety, quality, delivery, and cost efficiency of our machining manufacturing line. You will collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to support various plant processes.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the management and daily operations of the machining manufacturing line.
- Analyze existing machining processes to generate ideas for improvement.
- Manage multiple projects from start to finish while coordinating with cross-functional teams.
- Develop and update documentation related to plant processes and standard maintenance procedures.
- Balance your time effectively to meet project deadlines.
- Communicate project updates through written reports, verbal discussions, and presentations.
- Address special projects as they arise.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an Engineering or Technical degree program, with at least two years of college completed.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a strong focus on Excel.
- Ability to work 40 hours per week.
- Flexibility to work portions of both day and evening shifts.
- Capability to stand for prolonged periods.
- Strong technical, verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Proven problem-solving abilities.
- Preference for candidates who can work in a self-directed environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, Mississippi.
- Term: Spring 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week).
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid 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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