Machine Shop Engineering Internship

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 events

Employee resource groups

Event ticket offering

Company social events

Job summary

DTNA offers summer internships across the US, with opportunities to support the DDC Machine Shop in Detroit and other DTNA locations. Interns will gain real-world experience aligned with our core values and will work in several machining areas.

Responsibilities include supporting project planning and operations, driving safety, quality, delivery and cost improvements, and collaborating with hourly teams, supervisors and engineering. A strong performer may transition to a full-time role.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a Bachelor’s program or higher, or recently graduated within 1 year.
• Go and See mentality and curiosity for learning in a dynamic setting.
• Ability to adapt to ambiguity and ongoing change.
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and solve quality and delivery issues.
• Document, coordinate and facilitate project planning.
• Suggest, evaluate and execute continuous and process improvements.
• Communicate with hourly team members, supervisors and engineers about troubleshooting and improvements.
• Develop timely, cost-efficient solutions for machining issues related to design or documentation.
• Foster an inclusive, welcoming workplace where everyone belongs.

Skills

Go and See mentality

Ambiguity tolerance

Customer orientation

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Creative mindset

Interpersonal teamwork

Passion for positive outcomes

Manufacturing environment comfort

Education

Bachelor’s program enrollment or higher

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. This intern will support the DDC Machine Shop, including 5 individual machining areas. Exposure to include both Project/Planning as well as an operational support role. Assist with execution and improvements related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Morale across Machining Lines. 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.

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

• Investigate and problem solve quality and delivery issues.
• Document, coordinate, facilitate project planning
• Suggest, Evaluate and Execute Continuous and Process Improvements
• Communicate and interact with hourly team members, supervisors, engineering resources and leadership regarding troubleshooting and suggested improvements.
• Develop timely, cost effective solutions for machining issues related to product design or documentation.
• 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)
• Curious and inquisitive with a "Go and See" mentality
• Ability to work in an environment of ambiguity and ongoing change
• Passion for driving positive outcomes
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.
• Customer orientation with the drive to develop customer focused solutions.
• 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.

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