Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Daimler Truck AG • Cleveland, NC

1d • $21 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineering Intern will support the Cleveland Manufacturing Engineering team in improving safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity across truck assembly operations. The position offers hands-on experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment and collaboration with manufacturing engineering, production, quality, maintenance, logistics, and finance teams.

The intern will assist with process improvement projects, data analysis, layout updates, time studies, standard work documentation, digital tools, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role is suited to a student interested in manufacturing, industrial engineering, process optimization, automation, data-driven problem solving, and cross-functional teamwork. Interns will gain exposure to real production challenges and contribute to projects that improve plant performance, reduce waste, increase efficiency, and support long-term manufacturing excellence.

Interns gain knowledge and experience through real-life learning opportunities and are expected to work in accordance with DTNA’s core values of passion, respect, integrity, and discipline. Internship positions begin each summer in May or June. Interns may have the opportunity to transition to a full-time position, subject to manager evaluations and business availability. The position is onsite in Cleveland, North Carolina; relocation assistance may be available to eligible selected candidates.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program or higher at an accredited college or university, or have graduated within one year of the internship start date.
• Must be pursuing a degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, Data Analytics, Supply Chain, or a related technical field.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Solid organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Creative mindset and interest in problem solving, process improvement, and manufacturing innovation.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional groups.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Interest in digital manufacturing, automation, robotics, data visualization, and operational performance improvement.
• Self-motivated, curious, and willing to learn in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country where the position is located at the time of application; the position is not open to visa sponsorship or existing visa holders.
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check.
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Microsoft Visio, or other layout/design software.
• Experience with data analysis tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Excel formulas, pivot tables, or similar tools.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or industrial operations.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing engineers with process improvement projects focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.
• Perform time studies, process observations, and data collection to identify improvement opportunities.
• Assist with layout updates, material flow analysis, workstation optimization, and line balancing activities.
• Help develop and update standard work instructions, process documentation, and training materials.
• Analyze production data, quality data, downtime information, and labor efficiency metrics to support decision-making.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including waste reduction, manpower optimization, and productivity improvement projects.
• Assist with capital project documentation, equipment specifications, project tracking, and implementation follow-up.
• Work with cross-functional teams including production, quality, maintenance, logistics, safety, and finance to execute plant projects.
• Support digital manufacturing initiatives such as dashboards, tracking tools, electronic documentation, and real-time performance visibility.
• Prepare project summaries, reports, presentations, and status updates for manufacturing engineering leadership.
• Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture where everyone belongs.

Benefits

• Professional development and networking events, including resume reviews and mock interviews.
• Housing and transportation stipend.
• Employee resource groups.
• Event ticket offering, based on corporate availability.
• Company social events.
• Relocation assistance may be available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern