Industrial Engineering Intern

Detroit Diesel Corporation; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing and transportation stipend

Professional development and resume/re

Networking events

Employee resource groups

Company social events

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America is offering internship opportunities across multiple U.S. locations, including Detroit, MI. Interns will participate in production-support activities, process improvements, and digitalization efforts while aligning with DTNA's core values and safety standards.

Selected interns may transition to full-time roles based on performance and business needs. Salary ranges from $21–$29 per hour, with benefits and development opportunities provided.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program or recently graduated within 1 year.
• Industrial/Manufacturing engineering or Operations management preferred.
• Knowledge of process mapping/value stream mapping.
• Lean manufacturing principles knowledge.
• Proficiency with PowerBI/Microsoft Tools.
• Able to work in an industrial/plant environment and follow safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Cycle time and utilization confirmation for production jobs.
• Optimize manpower utilization in production.
• Collaborate with supervisors, team leaders and team members to optimize production processes.
• Participate in Practical Problem Solving to identify root causes of systemic issues affecting metrics.
• Develop flexible manpower plans to support varying shift models.
• Support special projects as required.
• Assist in driving digitalization in the department, coordinating with the Tech Lab to develop visualization tools to troubleshoot KPIs.
• Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture.

Skills

Lean manufacturing principles

Six Sigma Green Belt

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree candidate

Tools

PowerBI/Microsoft Tools

Job description

Inside the Role

Interns will gain knowledge and experience through exciting and real-life learning opportunities. Interns must work in accordance with DTNA's core values of passion, respect, integrity and discipline. Internship positions can be located at various DTNA locations across the US. We are looking for high performing and motivated individuals in various areas within DTNA organizations. DTNA internships begin each summer in May or June. The Transmission and Axle Production department is responsible for the Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Morale metrics for the production for 3 different axle production lines, 1 transmission production line, 5 test benches. The intern would support in continuous improvement activities as they relate to production support in the Transmission and Axle Business Interns in this role may have the opportunity to transition into a full-time position subject to manager evaluations and business availability.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Salary placement is determined by your anticipated graduation year and ranges between $21 - $29 per hour.

Benefits include:

• Professional development and networking events, including resume reviews/mock interviews
• Housing and transportation stipend
• Employee resource groups
• Event ticket offering (based on corporate availability)
• Company social events

What You Drive at DTNA

• Cycle time and utilization confirmation for production jobs
• Optimize manpower utilization in production
• Works directly with supervisors, team leaders, and team members to optimize production processes
• Participate in Practical Problem Solving discussions to find root cause on systemic issues impacting metrics
• Develop flexible manpower plans to support varying shift models
• Support special projects as required
• Assist in driving the digitalization efforts in the department, coordinating with the Tech Lab to develop visualization tools to quickly troubleshoot and improve business KPIs
• Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture where everyone belongs

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program or higher from an accredited college/university OR have recently graduated within 1 year of the position start date (May/June)
• Degrees in Industrial/Manufacturing engineering, Operations management preferred
• Knowledge of process mapping/value stream mapping
• Curious and inquisitive with a "go and see" mentality
• Sense of Urgency; Self Starter
• Ability to work in an industrial/plant environment and follow safety standards
• Be comfortable with the ambiguity and ongoing change of daily production.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles
• PowerBI/Microsoft Tools
• Six Sigma Green Belt preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Solid organizational skills
• Creative mindset
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• #LI-Hybrid

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Detroit, MI US. Relocation assistance for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria. Schedule Type: Onsite. At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all. That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open to Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions

EEO - Disabled/Veterans Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.

Shaping the Future

Are you ready to join the inspired people who are helping shape the future of commercial vehicle manufacturing? Our employees enjoy lucrative benefits, competitive salaries and the opportunity to work in jobs across many functions - mechanical engineering and electrical engineering, accounting, sales & marketing, IT and more - both within our company and in our offices around the world.