Summer Internship 2026 - Customer Field Test Engineer

Requisition Summary

The Customer Field Test Intern will help test new or improved truck and engine parts to make sure they work well. You may also work with customers and dealers to check parts are installed correctly and help solve problems. 

Company Information

PACCAR is a 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 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 also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes 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!

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Help plan and run tests on truck and engine parts.
• Set up test equipment and make sure it works properly.
• Collect and check test data.
• Write simple reports on test results.
• Share your findings with the team.
• Work well with other team members and departments.

Qualifications

• Interest or some experience in engineering or mechanics.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to work well in a team.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing tasks.
• Ability to travel occasionally.

Education

A junior or higher standing working towards an engineering degree

Paccar Benefits

Undergraduate Students: $25.00/hour
Graduate Students: $30.00/hour

• ​​​​​​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