Summer Internship - IT Applications (JDA)

PACCAR • Renton, WA

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About The Position

The PACCAR Parts Summer Internship Program offers an opportunity to learn about PACCAR through an IT Applications work assignment. Interns participate in division and department meetings, activities, and events to develop an understanding of PACCAR. They contribute to the organization while gaining experience and enhancing their resumes. At the end of the internship, interns may present their accomplishments to fellow interns and senior management.

The intern supports IT Applications projects through requirements gathering, process understanding, documentation, and day-to-day application support for PACCAR Parts. The role includes learning PACCAR systems and tools, helping troubleshoot and triage issues, coordinating with the IT team on user requests, and carrying out functional testing for application changes. The intern also develops a foundational understanding of AI concepts and possible applications of AI and automation to business processes.

PACCAR Parts is a global provider of aftermarket parts and services supporting Kenworth, Peterbilt, DAF, and TRP dealers. PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company and a global leader in commercial vehicles, financial services, and customer support.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in college or a recent college graduate.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and energetic.
• Team-oriented.
• Flexible and able to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Able to work well independently or with others.
• Strong PC skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Junior or senior college standing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support IT Applications projects through requirements gathering, process understanding, documentation, and day-to-day application support for PACCAR Parts.
• Learn to navigate PACCAR systems and tools; assist with basic troubleshooting, issue triage, and coordination with the IT team to resolve user requests.
• Perform functional testing for application changes by creating or updating test cases, executing tests, logging defects, and confirming fixes.
• Develop a foundational understanding of AI concepts and how AI or automation may be applied to improve business processes.
• Participate in department and division meetings and internship activities to build understanding of PACCAR’s business and culture.
• Present internship accomplishments to fellow interns and senior management at the end of the internship, if desired.

Benefits

• 401(k) with up to a 5% company match.
• Sick leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for the employee and family.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services, including wellness plans, estate planning, and financial counseling.
• Growth, training, and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced colleagues recognized as experts in their field.
• This position may offer relocation assistance benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed