About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Winter 2027 based at our facility in Columbus, Mississippi. You will work on-site for 40 hours per week. This role requires flexibility to work across both day and evening shifts.
What you'll do#
- Study and analyze existing plant assembly processes.
- Develop and document new assembly procedures.
- Support continuous improvement projects, including line balance optimization and ergonomic upgrades.
- Work on departmental quality and efficiency initiatives.
- Handle special projects as they arise.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering program.
- Completion of your sophomore year of college.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a focus on Excel spreadsheets.
- Strong technical, verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Ability to solve problems and work in a self-directed environment.
- Physical ability to stand for prolonged periods.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, MS.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Schedule: 40 hours per week, day and evening shifts.
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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