Internship - Software Engineering - Distributed Applications

PACCAR is a Global Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and OAF trucks. 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 OAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services - you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

PACCAR's Information Technology Division (ITD), located in Renton, WA utilizes cutting-edge technology to provide systems development, consulting, voice and data communications services to the entire Corporation, which has high visibility in the technology sector.

The Role

PACCAR Information Technology Division (ITD) delivers world class IT solutions to internal and external customers. PACCAR ITD is searching for talented individuals to join our Summer Internship Program! We are looking for a curious, creative, and motivated individual that is passionate about developing software solutions for automotive industry.

During your internship with PACCAR, you will have the opportunity to explore cutting edge technologies and work with highly technical teams. Our internship program is designed to give you real world experience and develop skills to succeed in software engineering for automotive industry.

• The intern will work closely with their mentor throughout the duration of the internship
• Design and develop new features for customer facing software application
• Gain intensive hands-on experience in Design, Implement, Test and Ship production ready software solution
• Learn and apply Agile Software Development methods and techniques
• Opportunity to work with senior developers on applications related to Manufacturing, Materials, Sales, Marketing, and more, while implementing engineering and architectural practices, principles, and patterns
• The intern will have a development plan designed to introduce and teach them the key skills needed to be a successful in their internship

• 1+ years of college experience, preferably in Computer Science or related field
• Programming knowledge/skills in the following technology, but not limited to:
  • Object-Oriented Programming such as C/C++/C# .NET, and JavaScript
  • JSON, YAML, and XML
  • RESTful API
  • React
  • .NET MVC
  • MS SQL
  • HTML
• Experience using Git/GitHub or Visual Studio is preferred
• Strong problem solving and communication skills with positive attitude
• Embodies and promotes PACCAR ITD values of Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Commitment, Openness and Learning
• Able to commit to a 12-week program throughout summer

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Informatics, or related field.

As a U.S. PACCAR intern, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• 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

PACCAR has success with diverse teams of employees working together to achieve excellent results. Having a diverse and inclusive work environment ensures PACCAR has the talent needed to conduct business today and in the future by leveraging different backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints. We believe diversity in the workplace increases innovation, results in better decisions and increases employee engagement.

PACCAR increases awareness through the efforts of global company-wide Diversity Councils and various employee resource groups that support initiatives & activities including multi-cultural events, outreach, mentorship programs, and more. PACCAR has been awarded the Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation since 2018 by the Women In Trucking Association and Newsweek 2023 America's Greatest Workplaces for Women.

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience.

The salaries for intern positions are as follows:

Undergraduate Enrollment - $25 / hour

Graduate Enrollment - $30 / hour