Concept Development Modeler Intern – Automotive Design

Daimler Truck AG; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing and transportation stipend

Professional development and network

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) is seeking an Intern Modeler/Technician to join the Design Center in Portland, OR. You’ll build on your modeling and fabrication skills to support exterior, interior and HMI concepts for multiple DTNA brands.

This summer internship begins May/June and offers hands-on learning, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and potential transition to a full-time role based on performance and business needs.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an Associates, Bachelor’s program or higher or have recently graduated within 1 year of start date.
• Pursuing a degree in fabrication, or automotive finishing or related.
• Engineering drawing knowledge. Ability to read and translate to physical models and components.
• Metal and wood working machine equipment setup and safe operation.
• Automotive paint processes and finishes. Ability to surface, prime and sand in various automotive paint finishes.
• A passion for hard model and functional model development and conceptual vehicle build.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support projects, improve workflows, processes and meet defined timing and deliverable commitments.
• Create and refine Models for exterior, interior, and HMI components using clay, foam, metal, wood and other medias.
• Apply tooling, fabrication and modeling skills along with engineering knowledge to support design intent models and concepts.
• Develop scale and 1:1 3d models and components for Design Center, Marketing, Engineering and OPCOM reviews for DTNA multi branded products.
• Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture where everyone belongs.

Skills

Modeling

Teamwork

Communication

Creative mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Pursuing degree in fabrication or automotive finishing

Enrolled in Associates/Bachelor’s or recent graduate

Tools

Engineering drawing

Wood working machine equipment

Metal working machine equipment

Job description

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) is seeking an Intern Modeler/Technician to join the Design Center in Portland, OR. You’ll build on your modeling and fabrication skills to support exterior, interior and HMI concepts for multiple DTNA brands.

This summer internship begins May/June and offers hands-on learning, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and potential transition to a full-time role based on performance and business needs.