Heavy Duty Engine Assembly Industrial Engineer Intern

Location: Detroit, MI US

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.

This position is primarily focused on supporting Industrial Engineering activities within our Heavy Duty Engine Assembly operations in Detroit, Michigan. The role is day-shift based and offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative manufacturing environment alongside Industrial Engineers, Line Engineers, Production Supervisors, and other cross-functional teams.

Key responsibilities include assisting with daily production support activities, analyzing manufacturing processes and performance metrics, supporting workforce and capacity planning efforts, participating in continuous improvement initiatives, and contributing to future manufacturing projects. Through close collaboration with multiple departments, the successful candidate will gain valuable exposure to operational problem-solving, project management, production systems, and lean manufacturing principles.

This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop practical industrial engineering experience while contributing to projects that improve safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency within a world-class engine assembly facility.

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

Optimizes the interconnected components of a manufacturing system (e.g., personnel work flow/ergonomics, materials logistics, production process sequence, and equipment layouts, plant location, etc.)

Establishes methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel.

Conducts cost/inventory/production control and human factors studies to develop and implements plans for facility modifications and revisions to operating methods.

Assists manufacturing plant/facilities engineers with facility planning and design.

Assist in establishing accident prevention measures and manage production operations training programs for plant personnel.

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)

Preferred field of study include Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering technology global supply chain, or similar.

Strong oral and written communication skills

Solid organizational skills

Creative mindset

Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment

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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 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 solutions with cutting-edge advancements in sustainability and future driving technologies - across electric, hydrogen, and autonomous innovation. Backed by decades of proven success, these efforts continue DTNA’s legacy as an industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we operate as one team - driving toward a cleaner, safer, and more efficient future for all.

How we move forward together is defined by the DTNA Way - our shared approach to showing up for our customers, our colleagues, and the world we help move. We start with our customers, grounding every product, service, and decision in their success, knowing that when they move forward, so do we. At the same time, we act with urgency and intention, balancing speed with thoughtful decision-making to deliver results with integrity, accountability, and clarity. Across our entire organization, we collaborate as one team - bringing diverse perspectives, strengths, and expertise together with trust and respect - because we know we achieve more together than any one of us could alone.

Guided by these principles, we’re not just responding to change - we’re leading it. Together, we are building the future of transportation 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