Engineering & Project Management & Business Operations Intern

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.

Support end-to-end prototype vehicle operations within Daimler Truck North America Engineering & Technology organization by assisting in planning, project coordination, and reporting to ensure efficient and standardized delivery of test-ready vehicles across the product validation lifecycle. This role collaborates across procurement, warehousing, build, commissioning, and testing teams to help maintain schedule alignment, data accuracy, and operational transparency to support or vehicle prototypes and teams. The intern contributes to budget monitoring, process documentation, and performance reporting while supporting project execution and continuous improvement efforts to enhance prototype readiness, compliance, and lifecycle efficiency across all PVE locations.

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 Develop and maintain visual plans that communicate key activities, processes, and progress toward execution. Coordinate across teams and stakeholders to maintain visibility and alignment on priorities and ongoing work. Translate operational information into clear visual insights and storytelling to support planning and decision-making. Support financial planning and budget management to provide visibility into department resources and needs. Maintain an operational pulse on the prototype manufacturing department through effective planning, tracking, and reporting. 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) Business administration, Business operations, Business operations and analytics majors preferred software familiarity with: Advanced Excel, Google Sheets Trello, JIRA, Smartsheet, SAP, Asana, Visio Proactive Communication Timeline and Dependency mapping experience preferred Data manipulation and synthesis Logic and logical auditing Visual storytelling Cost accounting fundamentals Data manipulation and synthesis 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)- Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

Schedule Type: Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or toll free View phone number on click.appcast.io. For TTY/TDD enabled call View phone number on click.appcast.io or toll free View phone number on click.appcast.io.