Manufacturing Engineering/assembly Intern Summer 2026

Manufacturing Engineering/Assembly Intern Summer 2026

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 also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

This position will assist in the study, analysis, development and documentation of plant assembly processes. The job also includes assistance in continuous improvement efforts focusing on departmental quality improvement projects, ergonomic improvement projects, line balance optimization and improvements in overall departmental efficiency. It is a temporary position.

PACCAR Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi produces the best-in-class, state-of-the-art MX engines that power Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR MX engines bring a new level of innovation through quality, exceptional reliability, and proven performance.

Qualifications and skills: The candidate we seek will be currently enrolled in an engineering program and have completed their sophomore year of college. Excellent technical, verbal, written and presentation skills are required. Proven problem solving skills are required. Ability to work in a self-directed environment is preferred. Must be flexible to work portions of day and evening shift. Must be able to work 40 hours per week. Be able to stand for prolonged periods of time. MS office, specifically excel spreadsheets. A 3.0 GPA or higher is preferable.

As a U.S. PACCAR intern, you have a full range of benefit options including competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match, 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, and a global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth, training, and development opportunities.