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Electrical Engineering Design Intern

Daimler Truck North America
Gaffney, SC Intern
POSTED ON 3/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/29/2025

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 summer internship is in the Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) Battery Electric Vehicle Mechatronics / Electrical Engineering Design Team. The position will support the design team in research and development of technologies and components for the battery electric school bus and walk-in van products. The position will allow the intern to experience the design process for battery electric vehicles and production processes for those vehicles.

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 - $30 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

  • Focus on the integration between the mechanical, electrical and systemscomponents of the vehicle
  • Support design and troubleshoot advanced systems, and focusing on how to integrate these systems into new and existing design concepts
  • Support component engineers & suppliers in working through defects,implementation challenges, and validation topics.
  • Use CANape, CANalyzer, DiagnosticLink, Truck in a Box, Eclipse / Ultraediteditor
  • Lead and support efforts to foster a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and welcoming workplace culture
  • Knowledge You Should Bring

  • M ust 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)
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Solid organizational skills
  • Creative mindset
  • Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
  • Basic understanding of vehicle mechanics and electrical systems
  • Strong interest in Mechatronics and vehicle electrical systems
  • Basic understanding of Vehicle networks (CAN & Automotive Ethernet)
  • Interest in electric vehicles
  • LI-Hybrid

    Where We Work

    This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

    Gaffney, SC 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

  • Visa holders will be considered for this position if they currently hold a valid Visa (J-1, F-1, OPT / CPT EAD)
  • All other 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 / Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans
  • Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce 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.

    Salary : $21 - $30

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