Software Development Intern

Requisition Summary

Global PACCAR Electronics is looking for curious and motivated students who are passionate about new technologies and interested in automotive embedded systems to join our Summer 2026 Internship Program.

Our teams offer meaningful independence and project ownership giving interns a unique opportunity to gain handson experience in embedded software development. The ideal candidate is eager to learn quick to adapt and an effective collaborative communicator.

What to Expect

• Internships are in-person for 40 hours a week for a minimum of 12 weeks
• Location: Lewisville TX
• Start Date: May 18 2026 or June 22 2026
• Visa Sponsorship (e.g. H-1B TN OPT etc.) is not available for this position

About Paccar

PACCAR Inc. is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905 and is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle financial and customer service fields. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design manufacture and customer support of high-quality light- medium- and heavy-duty trucks under its internationally recognized brands Kenworth Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and provides customized financial services information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Your next career move is waiting at PACCAR whether you want to design the transportation technology for tomorrow support the staff functions of a dynamic international leader or build our excellent products and services. Join the PACCAR team today!

About Global PACCAR Electronics

Global PACCAR Electronics organization which serves Kenworth Peterbilt and DAF is a rapidly expanding organization that is transforming the way control systems and software are developed for commercial vehicle applications. This includes developing the latest vehicle controls display technology and autonomous truck solutions that exceed customer expectations. You will collaborate with an international cross-functional team focused on driving superior technical solutions. Successful applicants will demonstrate individual creativity in addressing challenges and opportunities while working within a supportive team to develop industry-leading solutions for the medium- and heavy-duty truck industry.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team with electrical engineers mechanical engineers software engineers safety engineers and other professionals to ensure quality commercial electric vehicle designs and systems integration.
• Follow project management processes to maintain schedule and functionality
• Ensure industry-leading quality and reliability are met maintained and exceeded on all components.
• Analyze system needs and requirements to influence system architecture designs.
• Develop and document engineering specifications for new vehicle control functions including autonomous vehicles.
• Drive collaborative efforts effectively with cross-divisional counterparts on global design direction.
• Support validation activities across supplier and internal teams to ensure industry-leading quality and reliability are met maintained or exceeded on all components and systems.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a high level of independence motivation and excellent analytical and written communication skills alongside sound engineering judgment.
• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills and a drive to develop innovative solutions.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced lean collaborative team environment.
• Competency with standard office software (word processing spreadsheets etc.).
• Able to learn and use new processes and techniques and resourcefully solve complex technical issues.
• Commitment to reliability value and quality in all aspects of work.
• Willingness to grow continuously both personally and professionally with strong results and goal-driven orientation.

Education

Third or fourth year of bachelors degree completed (graduation date) in one of the following STEM disciplines: Engineering (Mechatronics Electrical Software Mechanical) Science or related field.

Desired Attributes

• Masters program preferred.
• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (MATLAB/Simulink C C# etc.).
• Demonstratable ability to analyze hardware and firmware designs.
• Active participant in a university-sponsored engineering club (Ecocar Formula SAE SARP Etc.).
• Understanding of complex design and application as it impacts electrical/electronic systems architecture and software-driven functionality.

Paccar Benefits

• The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hour (pay varies by undergraduate and graduate degree).
• SIP 401k with up to a 5% company match.
• Paid Holidays (work-location scheduled).
• Sick Leave (WA only).
• Health Dental and Vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account(FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance.
• EAP services include wellness plans estate planning financial counselingand more.

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR promotes equal employment opportunities by implementing policies and practices that ensure employees and applicants are not discriminated against because of their race color religious creed national origin ancestry sex gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation age mental or physical disability medical condition genetic information military or veteran status or other legally protected status. This applies to recruitment selection placement promotion termination rates of pay and other conditions of employment.