Summer Internship - Accounting

PACCAR Parts; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 4,133,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Medical/dental/vision plans

Sick Leave

FSA/HSA

Job summary

PACCAR Parts is seeking 2026 Summer Accounting Interns in Cost Accounting, General Accounting and Internal Control/Financial Analysis. The program offers mentorship from senior managers, hands-on experience, and exposure to diverse accounting functions.

Candidates should be enrolled in an Accounting degree and demonstrate strong MS Office skills and communication abilities. The internship provides opportunities to learn from top professionals, work on real projects, and engage with a broad

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• An analytical self-starter with a high sense of urgency

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries
• Complete reconciliations
• Process improvement projects including six sigma, lean, or robotic process automation
• General accounting functions to support dealers and business operations
• Cost analysis in accounting
• Enhance financial reporting
• Assist on system access and distribution center reviews
• Special projects as assigned

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Education

Pursuing Accounting degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Requisition Summary

PACCAR Parts is searching for talented individuals to join our 2026 Summer Accounting Internship Program in the following areas: Cost Accounting, General Accounting and Internal Control/Financial Analysis.

• Learn first‑hand from top Accounting professionals
• Work directly with Senior Managers and Controllers
• Develop mentoring relationships with experienced accountants
• Gain valuable hands‑on experience

This internship is for students currently enrolled in college pursuing a degree in Accounting; junior or senior standing preferred.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries
• Complete reconciliations
• Process improvement projects included but not limited to six sigma, lean, or robotic process automation
• General accounting functions to support the dealers and business operations
• Cost analysis in accounting
• Enhance financial reporting
• Assist on system access and distribution center reviews
• Special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast‑paced environment
• An analytical self-starter with a high sense of urgency

Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR intern, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth, training, and development opportunities
• Work alongside experienced goal‑oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field
• This position may offer relocation assistance benefits.

Wage Scale or Salary Range

The salary range for our intern positions is as follows:

• Undergraduate Students: $25.00/Hour
• Graduate Students: $30.00/Hour
• Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.

Other Information

• PACCAR Parts is an eVerify Employer.
• PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.
• PACCAR has success with diverse teams of employees working together to achieve excellent results. Having a diverse and inclusive work environment ensures PACCAR has the talent needed to conduct business today and in the future by leveraging different backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints. We believe diversity in the workplace increases innovation, results in better decisions and increases employee engagement.

Division Information

PACCAR Parts is the global provider of aftermarket parts and services to support Kenworth, Peterbilt, DAF and TRP dealers around the world. This includes 21 distribution centers globally that support 2,300 dealerships and over 1,000,000 customers. Aftermarket support includes world class customer centers that deliver industry leading uptime in conjunction with our outstanding supply chain that delivers record levels of inventory availability for dealers and customers.

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high‑quality light-, medium- and heavy‑duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!