Machine Shop Engineering Internship

Daimler Truck North America; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development and network

Housing and transportation stipend

Employee resource groups

Event ticket offering

Company social events

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) offers summer internship opportunities in Detroit, MI, designed for current students or recent graduates. Interns gain real-life experience within the DDC Machine Shop and across DTNA locations, guided by our core values of passion, respect, integrity and discipline.

The role emphasizes project planning, operational support, and continuous improvement across safety, quality, delivery and cost.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program or higher or recently graduated within 1 year of the start date.
• Go and See mentality and curiosity.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Ability to adapt to ambiguity and ongoing change.
• Customer-focused with problem-solving mindset.
• Willing to relocate to Detroit area if needed.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Go and See mentality

Ambiguity tolerance

Customer focus

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Manufacturing environment

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.

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.

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

• 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 the "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

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.