About the role#
This is a paid, full-time Manufacturing Engineering/Hot Test internship based in Columbus, Mississippi. You will work on-site for the Winter 2027 term. This position requires a 40-hour work week with the flexibility to work both day and evening shifts.
What you'll do#
- Study, analyze, develop, and document plant assembly processes.
- Assist with continuous improvement efforts, including quality projects, line balance optimization, and ergonomic improvements.
- Support overall departmental efficiency projects.
- Manage special projects as they arise.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Mechanical or Industrial Engineering program, having completed your sophomore year.
- A 3.0 GPA or higher is preferred.
- Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel.
- Strong technical, verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Proven problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work in a self-directed environment is a plus.
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, MS.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Schedule: 40 hours per week, on-site, with day and evening shift flexibility.
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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