About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027 based in Denton, Texas. You will join the Materials team at Peterbilt Motors Company to support logistics and operations projects. This role requires an on-site presence.
What you'll do#
- Conduct a dock utilization study to evaluate current usage and plan for plant expansion.
- Develop proposals to schedule loads and spread deliveries to improve dock efficiency.
- Analyze incoming loads to maximize utilization and find ways to consolidate shipments.
- Review data related to DPU reduction to identify opportunities and provide recommendations.
- Assist the team in developing plans for project implementations.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Business Administration, Logistics, or Operations Management program.
- Completion of your sophomore year of college.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multitask and work as a self-starter.
- Analytical mindset with a sense of urgency and professionalism.
Location & details#
- Location: Denton, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Sponsorship: This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
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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