2026 Spring Internship: Human Resources

Paccar Inc.; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Healthcare plans

Paid holidays

FSAs / HSAs

Life insurance

EAP/wellness

Growth opportunities

Stipend assistance

Job summary

PACCAR's Peterbilt Motors Company in Denton, Texas, is seeking an HR Intern to join the Human Resources team. The role involves projects and reports across HR, safety and training, with exposure to recruiting, interviewing, and communications materials.

The intern will rotate through plant HR activities, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to process improvements while developing professional skills in a Fortune 500 environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Human Resources, Business, or related program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with proctoring mechanical assessments for shop-floor applicants.
• Participate in various recruiting activities.
• Work with staff on identifying process improvement opportunities.
• Assist with interviewing applicants.
• Rotate through plant HR, Safety and Training departments.
• Create communications materials for events or activities.
• Create PowerPoints and videos.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multi-tasking

Self-starter

Resourceful

Professionalism

Analytical thinking

Sense of urgency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Video editing software

Job description

2026 Spring Internship: Human Resources

Company: PACCAR

Company Information

PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced power trains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

On highways, construction sites, city streets, logging roads - everywhere our customers earn their living - Peterbilt's red oval is a familiar symbol of performance, reliability and pride. Peterbilt has reigned as America's premium quality truck manufacturer since the company's founding in 1939. Our dedication to deliver products and services focused on improving customers' performance, image, profitability and peace of mind truly makes Peterbilt the Class of the Industry.

Requisition Summary

Peterbilt Motors Company, a PACCAR Company, has an opening for a HR Intern to add to our Human Resources team in Denton, Texas.

Job Responsibilities

This position will be working on various projects and reports to include but not limitedto:

• Assist with proctoring mechanical assessments for shop floor applicants
• Various recruiting activities
• Work with staff on identifying process improvement opportunities for existing procedures
• Assist with interviewing applicants
• Rotation through the plant HR, Safety and Training departments
• Communications material including creation of flyers for events or activities at Peterbilt
• Creation of PowerPoints and videos
• Other tasks as assigned

Required Qualifications

The candidate we seek will be currently enrolled in a Human Resources, Business, or a related program.

Preferred Qualifications

The qualifications that are important to be successful in this position are as follows:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Proficient with video editing software
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Multi-tasking
• Self-starter and Resourceful
• Strong Professionalism
• Analytical thinking
• Sense of urgency

General Description of Internship Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR intern, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Paid holidays
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth, training, and development opportunities
• Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field
• This position may offer stipend assistance benefits

Act with Integrity

Drive for Results

Influence Others

Lead Innovation and Quality Initiatives

Use Sound Judgment / Business Acumen

PACCAR is an E-Verify & Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability corporation. Peterbilt promotes Diversity and Inclusion through mentorship, events, and affinity support groups - The Diversity Council, Peterbilt Women's Initiative (PBWIN), Veterans Group, Peterbilt Black Organization for Leadership and Development (B.O.L.D) and ADVOCATE (An LGBTQ support group).

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