Summer Internship 2025 – Vehicle Integration Validation Engineering Intern

Requisition Summary
The PACCAR Technical Center Mount Vernon office, is looking for an intern in the Vehicle Integration Validation group. The successful candidate will make technical contributions to the in-vehicle testing of the PACCAR Powertrain and vehicle software while gaining hands-on experience in hardware and software validation processes as part of theVehicle Integration Validation department performing on-vehicle validation testing for PACCAR vehicles including engines, transmissions, and driver interfaces.
Job Functions / Responsibilities
Support Powertrain Controls Validation activities
Conduct associated on vehicle validation testing
Develop validation test plans
Manage test data
Analyze real world vehicle test data and report results
Qualifications
Excellent communication skills required
Excellent Microsoft Office skills required
Problem solving skills
Ability to thrive in a team environment
Education
Junior or senior in good standing towards an Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent degree.
Company Information
PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.
Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services, you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!
Division Information
The PACCAR Summer Internship Program provides an opportunity to learn about PACCAR through a work assignment in Vehicle Integration Validation. Each intern will be integrated into division and department meetings, activities and events to ensure an understanding of PACCAR and our truck brands Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to our dynamic organization, while learning valuable engineering skills to add to your resume. At the end of your internship, you have the opportunity to present your accomplishments to your fellow interns and senior management. PACCAR provides a professional, real-life intern experience while also providing opportunities to meet other interns and participate in events at our truck companies, testing facility and more. Start your career as an intern with PACCAR today!
The Paccar Technical Center is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to the development and validation of emerging technologies such as vehicle electrification and autonomous driving systems. Work with professional engineers on hands-on projects and learn state of the art technologies! The Paccar Technical Center is located in scenic Mt. Vernon, Washington north of Seattle and south of Vancouver, British Columbia.
The Vehicle Integration Validation department performs on-vehicle validation testing for PACCAR vehicles including engines, transmissions, driver interfaces, and battery electric drivetrains.
Internships include unique learning opportunities:
Learn first-hand from the industrys top professionals
Work directly with professional Engineers and Senior Managers
Develop mentoring relationships with management
Gain valuable hands-on experience
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Intern Benefits
At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range is $25/hr