Powertrain Combustion Engine Intern — Real Impact

DAF Trucks NV; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 4,200 - 5,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Housing allowance

Job summary

DAF Trucks NV in Eindhoven invites motivated students to join the externals group as an internship engineer, gaining hands-on experience in developing combustion engines. You will work with internal stakeholders and suppliers to design improvements and support testing activities.

Starting August/September 2026, the role includes a supportive coach, real project responsibility, and opportunities after graduation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Mechanical, Automotive, or Mechatronics engineering.
• Willing to be present in a product development environment.
• Strong communicator with presentation skills.
• Problem solving and result-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Developing new and/or improving designs in cooperation with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Initiate and guide testing activities, review results and start-up follow-up activities if needed.
• Analyse results and make detailed technical proposals.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor/Master in Mechanical/Automotive/Mechatronics

Job description

DAF Trucks NV in Eindhoven invites motivated students to join the externals group as an internship engineer, gaining hands-on experience in developing combustion engines. You will work with internal stakeholders and suppliers to design improvements and support testing activities.

Starting August/September 2026, the role includes a supportive coach, real project responsibility, and opportunities after graduation.