Summer 2027 - Product Planning Intern

PACCAR • Kirkland, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Kenworth, a PACCAR division, is seeking a motivated intern to gain professional product planning experience at its Kirkland, Washington location. The internship is scheduled to begin in May or June 2027 and offers hands-on learning, opportunities to work with managers and senior managers, mentoring, and professional networking. The intern will contribute to product planning projects involving market research, cross-functional collaboration, market analysis, forecasting, product development, and customer-focused research events.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong interest in the trucking industry and product planning.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use data to inform product decisions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professionalism and ability to interact effectively with managers, coworkers, and customers.

Nice To Haves

• Junior or senior standing preferred.
• Knowledge of or some experience in Human Centered Design.

Responsibilities

• Assist with market research to understand customer needs and identify opportunities for new products or product improvements.
• Collaborate with R&D, marketing, sales, and operations teams to help ensure successful product development and launch.
• Monitor and analyze market trends, competition, and customer feedback to inform product decisions.
• Assist in developing a forecasting tool.
• Learn about the product development life cycle and process, including design, prototyping, and testing.
• Assist with planning and implementing customer-focused research events.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 401(k) with up to a 5% company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for the intern and family.
• Sick leave.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA).
• Employee assistance program 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.

What This Job Offers

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