Corporate Law Internship of Summer 2024

Company Information

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

We’re investing in sustainability for the long haul. We are a purpose-led, values-driven company that believes the work we do today makes a difference tomorrow. Whether you are starting your career or continuing to build upon one, PACCAR provides opportunities for both! Join a community of professionals helping create the best in industry products and services that keep our communities running! 

Requisition Summary

PACCAR seeks a highly motivated second-year law student to join its Corporate Law Department in Bellevue, WA, for a full-time summer internship.

Internships are scheduled to begin in early to mid-June 2025

Job Functions / Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include assisting PACCAR’s legal team with document review and legal research on issues relevant to ongoing litigation and transactional matters. Assignments may involve the following areas: product liability, employment issues, non-disclosure agreements, and other contracts, franchise law, real estate, corporate finance, licensing renewals, and intellectual property.

Skills / Competencies

The successful candidate must be a current first-year law student, possess superior analytical skills, excel at writing, enjoy tasks requiring attention to detail, and be resourceful, articulate, and passionate about business and law.

Preference will be given to candidates with prior corporate or insurance industry experience, a degree or training in mechanical or electrical engineering, experience resolving consumer complaints, a background in manufacturing, or any combination of the above.

Candidates should submit a cover letter and writing sample with their application.

Intern Benefits

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
• Sick Leave
• 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

Additional Job Board Information

At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for internship positions is $30 an hour for graduate students. Additionally, this role is eligible for a range of benefit options listed above.

Please visit the PACCAR Career Site for more information about what makes PACCAR an excellent place to work.

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.