Summer 2027 - Sales Planning & Operations Intern

PACCAR • Kirkland, WA

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About The Position

PACCAR is a global leader in commercial vehicles, financial services, and customer support, with internationally recognized brands including Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF. Kenworth manufactures light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks and is advancing transportation technologies such as battery-electric vehicles, fuel-cell electric powertrains, and autonomous driving systems. Kenworth is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.

The Sales Planning and Operations Department supports the full life of a truck order, from before an order is received through retail delivery to the end user. The intern will support the Sales Planning and Operations teams in processing and coordinating truck sales orders, improving department processes, tracking promotions, preparing reports, responding to dealer inquiries, and assisting with special projects. Internships are scheduled to begin in May or June 2027 and offer hands-on learning, exposure to industry professionals and senior leaders, and opportunities to develop mentoring relationships.

The salary range is $25 per hour for undergraduate students and $30 per hour for graduate students. The position is eligible for the benefit options listed in the posting.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program focused on Marketing, Operations, or a related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Resourceful and self-starting.
• Strong professionalism.
• Analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Sense of urgency.

Nice To Haves

• Junior or senior standing in an undergraduate program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support processing and coordination of truck sales orders.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency in sales order processing, invoice review, and truck delivery communications.
• Support the management and tracking of sales promotions by creating queries, running reports, and providing analysis.
• Gather information, analyze data, and assist with updating Sales and Delivery reports as assigned.
• Answer dealer inquiries about order status.
• Provide vacation coverage for team members by managing document archiving, data entry, and report reviews.
• Facilitate credit and debit transactions between Kenworth and its dealer network.
• Participate in special projects to help departments achieve annual sales goals.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $25 per hour for undergraduate students and $30 per hour for graduate students.
• 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 (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 fields.

What This Job Offers

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