Engineering Internships

International Motors; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays during assignment

Job summary

International Motors, based in Lisle, Illinois, offers a 12‑week internship with TRATON R&D. You will gain hands‑on experience across Connected Services, Powertrain, Battery & Charging, and EE & Software, collaborating with global teams and senior engineers.

This is an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real world challenges in commercial transportation. You will be mentored, build technical skills, and contribute to meaningful projects across International, Scania, MAN, and Volkswagen

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
• Eligible for a 12‑week internship starting end of May/early June 2027.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support development across Connected & Connected Services, Powertrain, Battery & Charging, EE & Software.
• Contribute to design, testing, and optimization of propulsion systems.
• Assist with electrification technology and energy management initiatives.
• Collaborate on cross‑brand engineering projects within TRATON R&D.

Skills

Sophomore standing

12 weeks commitment

Previous internships

Self-starter

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree candidate

Job description

Title: Intern

Location: Lisle, Illinois

Position Overview

To accelerate innovation across these brands, TRATON R&D brings together engineering expertise and technology development from around the world into one global organization, including International, Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck and Bus. This enables teams to collaborate across brands, share knowledge, and develop the next generation of sustainable transportation solutions while supporting the unique products and customers of each brand.

TRATON R&D engineers also collaborate with colleagues across the brands, providing opportunities to contribute to both North American product development and a global engineering network. For New College Graduates and Interns, this means the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience, work alongside experienced professionals, and make meaningful contributions from the beginning of their careers.

An internship with TRATON R&D provides students the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real‑world engineering challenges that support the future of commercial transportation. Interns work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain exposure to technologies and innovations being developed across International, Scania, MAN, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus. Through collaboration with global teams, mentorship, and hands‑on experience, interns can build technical and professional skills while exploring career opportunities within a worldwide engineering organization.

Internships are 12‑weeks long with start dates beginning in May 2027 until June 2027.

Responsibilities

Potential opportunities may exist within the following areas of TRATON R&D:

• Connected & Connected Services (C&C) Support the development of connected vehicle solutions, digital services, data‑driven technologies, and future mobility innovations that enhance customer value and operational performance.
• Powertrain Contribute to the design, development, testing, and optimization of propulsion systems that power the next generation of commercial vehicles.
• Battery & Charging Support the advancement of electrification technologies, including battery systems, charging solutions, energy management, and sustainable transportation initiatives.
• Electrical Engineering & Software (EE & Software) Participate in the development of vehicle electronics, embedded systems, software platforms, controls, connectivity, and emerging digital technologies.
• Vehicle Engineering, Materials Engineering, CAE/Simulation Collaborate on shared technologies, systems, and engineering solutions that enable cross‑brand innovation and support the TRATON Group's global product strategy.

What You Can Expect

• Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative, global environment.
• Contribute to projects that support innovation across International, Scania, MAN, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus brands.
• Gain exposure to emerging technologies shaping the future of commercial transportation.
• Build technical and professional skills through mentorship, networking, and development opportunities.
• Make meaningful contributions to the development of sustainable transportation solutions.

Minimum Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
• For Legal Jobs: Pursuing a Juris Doctor degree or Doctor of Law degree (J.D.)

Additional Requirements

• Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B or F-1 status)

Desired Skills

• At least Sophomore standing for undergrad at the time of application
• Able to work at least 12 weeks (starting the end of May or early June through August)
• Previous applicable internships
• Self-starter
• High level of computer skills (Microsoft Applications and Internet)

Benefits and Compensation

This position offers competitive pay to support employees as they gain real world experience and grow professionally.

• The hourly pay range is $27–$32 per hour.
• Benefits offered for intern and co op positions are limited to paid time off (PTO) and paid company holidays during the assignment.

Company Overview

About TRATON

With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world's leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light‑duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

About International

From a one‑man company built on the world‑changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000‑person‑strong company we are today,few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit International.com.

*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

EEO Statement

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