Supply Chain Management & Customer Interface Intern

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

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Housing stipend

Employee resource groups

Event tickets

Company social events

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America is offering a summer internship in the Detroit area. Interns will work across Supply Chain functions, gaining real-life, hands-on experience while aligning with the company’s values.

The role supports multiple DTNA locations across the US and may lead to a full-time opportunity based on performance and business needs. The position is hybrid (4 days in-office / 1 day remote) and starts May or June.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program or higher, or recent graduate within 1 year of start date (May/June).
• Supply Chain/Industrial/Operations/Mechanical/Manufacturing Eng or BIS degree preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required.
• Solid organizational skills and a creative mindset.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support project work for new Block Line Logistics Processes.
• Assist scheduling, customer interfaces, vendor management, and change points.
• Develop and participate in digitalization projects, including SAP warehouse enhancements.
• Support launch of new dunnage tracking system and product changes.
• Help forecasting, planning, network, and scheduling teams with local supply chain strategy.
• Develop digital tools and systems to improve process efficiency.
• Incorporate AI and machine learning trends where relevant.
• Contribute to KPI development and performance improvement.
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming workplace culture.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Creative mindset

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s degree or higher

May/June graduation acceptable for internship start

Tools

SAP

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.

Interns in this role may have the opportunity to transition into a full-time position subject to manager evaluations and business availability.

This intern will report to one of four managers within the TT-OND organization that manages Vendor Scheduling, Documentation Launch and Change Management, Network Steering, Order Center, Product Distribution, Logistics Planning, Methods and Standards, Transportation and Consolidation Center Detroit.

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 and Benefits

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

• 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

• Support project work for new Block Line Logistics Processes.
• Support daily activities including scheduling, customer interfaces, vendor management, change points.
• Develop and participate in various Digitalization Projects, including SAP warehouse enhancements.
• Support launch of new dunnage tracking system.
• Support any product project launches or product changes.
• Supports Forecasting, Planning, Network and Scheduling teams by steering and managing the execution of local Supply Chain strategy and culture.
• Develop digital tools and systems support for process and efficiency improvements.
• Includes incorporating latest AI and Machine Learning trends.
• Drive change and improvement by collecting and analyzing available data.
• Development and updating of team KPI's and metrics to drive superior performance and results.
• 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)
• Supply Chain Management or Industrial / Operations / Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineering or Business Information Systems Technology degree preferred
• 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

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote).

About DTNA

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.

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 Statement

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.

Contact

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.