Functional Vehicle Testing and Validation Intern

Daimler Truck North America

. Support the Detroit Powertrain Engineering organization in the Functional Vehicle Testing Team .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeDetroit • Michigan • United StatesEntry Level💰 $21 - $29 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical skills to analyze data and provide technical recommendations, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to execute vehicle tests. Possesses a creative mindset and solid organizational skills to improve procedural efficiencies in powertrain testing.

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Data AnalysisFunctional Vehicle TestingCross-Functional CollaborationOrganizational SkillsOral And Written Communication

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisFunctional Vehicle TestingTroubleshootingContinuous ImprovementPowertrain Development

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationCreative Mindset

Industry Keywords

Powertrain EngineeringTest VehiclesProcedural EfficienciesInclusive Workplace CultureCriminal Background Check

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Detroit Powertrain Engineering organization in the Functional Vehicle Testing Team
Build, instrument, and maintain a fleet of functional test vehicles
Execute test requests for powertrain development engineering teams
Analyze data, draw conclusions, and provide technical-result recommendations to management
Work with cross-functional teams to understand, execute, and draw conclusions from vehicle tests
Improve procedural efficiencies through continuous improvement activities incorporating AI
Troubleshoot and resolve issues on functional test vehicles
Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program or higher from an accredited college/university OR have recently graduated within 1 year of the position start date (May/June)
Strong oral and written communication skills
Solid organizational skills
Creative mindset
Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States at the time of application
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
Some summer testing travel may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development and networking events, including resume reviews/mock interviews
Housing and transportation stipend
Employee resource groups
Event ticket offering (based on corporate availability)
Company social events
Relocation assistance when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria
Opportunity to transition into a full-time position subject to manager evaluations and business availability