Summer Internship 2026 Diesel Technician
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Job Location:
Vernon, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Intern Diesel Technician to support technician and engineering staff with all preparation phases of heavy-duty vehicle testing at the PACCAR Technical Center Vehicle Operations Lab. The PACCAR Summer Internship Program provides an opportunity to learn about PACCAR through a work assignment as a Diesel Technician.
Each intern will be integrated into division and department meetings activities and events to ensure an understanding of PACCAR and our truck brands Kenworth Peterbilt and DAF. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to our dynamic organization while learning valuable engineering skills to add your resume. PACCAR provides a professional real-life intern experience while also providing opportunities to meet other interns and participate in events at our truck companies testing facility and more. Start your career as an intern with PACCAR today!
The Paccar Technical Center is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to the development and validation of emerging technologies such as vehicle electrification and autonomous driving systems. Work with professional engineers on hands-on projects and learn state of the art technologies! The Paccar Technical Center is located in scenic Mt. Vernon Washington north of Seattle and south of Vancouver British Columbia.
Job Functions / Responsibilities
Prepare heavy duty diesel engines and vehicles for testing including replacing components and installing delicate measurement instrumentation
Work closely with technician and engineering staff to assure engines and vehicles are performing as requested during testing
Maintain troubleshoot and repair test engines and vehicles as directed by senior technician staff
Maintain the highest level of documentation work area cleanliness and organization
Perform duties safely efficiently and in a quality manner
Flexibility initiative and the willingness to respond to shifting time and project demands
Qualifications & Skills
Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from Diesel Power Technology course with 3.0 GPA or better
Base knowledge of engine and heavy-duty vehicle systems
Applicants with a high attention to detail thoroughness and who are highly organized are sought after
Excellent mechanical aptitude
Welding and fabrication skills a plus
Ability to work well individually and in a team environment
Current drivers license
Good computer skills Microsoft Office software knowledge desired
Good written and verbal communication skills
Intern Benefits
Salary: $25.00/hour
As a U.S. PACCAR intern you have a full range of benefit options including:
- Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
- Medical dental and vision plans for you and your family
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA)
- EAP services: including wellness plans estate planning financial counseling and more
- Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth training and development opportunities
- Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Mechanic Experience
- caterpillar
- Dealership Experience
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Suspension Experience
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Air Brake
- Automotive Diagnostics
- Automotive Repair
- Commercial Driving
- Equipment Repair
About Company
PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and i ... View more
