Manufacturing Engineering Intern - Thomas Built Bus

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.

Internship summary Manufacturing Engineering supports the assembly of Thomas Built Bus (TBB) products, which consist of the Jouley EV, C2, D2 and Type A School Buses. This intern will be working on short term projects to support direct problem solving or specific projects to improve our safety, quality, and efficiency of our operation.

This internship will provide exposure to new technologies and the opportunity to suggest process improvements. This intern will support the production of new and existing school bus designs, combining conventional and electric powertrains in a single assembly plant. The intern will assist in standardizing, improving, and developing new manufacturing processes as needed.

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.

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

• Support manufacturing engineering activities for the assembly of Thomas Built Bus products, including the Jouley EV, C2, D2, and Type A school buses.
• Work on short-term projects focused on problem solving and operational improvements.
• Contribute to initiatives that improve safety, quality, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Gain exposure to and support the implementation of new manufacturing technologies.
• Identify and recommend process improvement opportunities.
• Support the production of both new and existing school bus designs.
• Assist with manufacturing operations for conventional and electric powertrain vehicles within a single assembly plant.
• Help standardize and improve existing manufacturing processes.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new manufacturing processes as needed.
• 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)
• Pursing a degree in Industrial Engineering, Industrial Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Plant Engineering or related field
• Experience working with 2D/3D CAD models and assemblies required
• Proficiency in Microsoft office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) required
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment required
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Solid organizational skills
• Creative mindset
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Experience with Autocad Inventor, Solid Works, or Creo is preferred
• Experience with Continuous Improvement activities preferred

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Where We Work

• This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
• High Point, NC 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 they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

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