Battery Engineering Intern

Inside the Role
Interns will gain knowledge and experience through exciting and real-life learning opportunities. Interns must work in accordance with DTNA’s core values of passion, respect, integrity and discipline. Internship positions can be located at various DTNA locations across the US. We are looking for high performing and motivated individuals in various areas within DTNA organizations. DTNA internships begin each summer in May or June.

Interns in this role may have the opportunity to transition into a full-time position subject to manager evaluations and business availability.

The Battery Engineering Intern supports a cross-functional battery engineering team by contributing to cell/pack lab testing, data organization and analysis, and competitor market intelligence. The role is designed to provide hands-on exposure to electrochemical testing workflows while building practical skills in engineering analysis, structured documentation, and technical communication.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Salary placement is determined by your anticipated graduation year and ranges between $21 - $29 per hour.

Benefits include:

- 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

What You Drive at DTNA

- Provide creative, technically feasible designs that satisfy customer needs while adhering to engineering standards and strategic direction
- Analyze data, draw conclusions, and provide recommendations of technical results to the management team.
- Support method/instruction development and continuous improvement activities that strengthen repeatable lab workflows and data quality
- Improve efficiencies in our procedures through continuous improvement activities incorporating AI
- Plan, organize, and execute test activities related to battery cells and/or packs
- Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture where everyone belongs

Knowledge You Should Bring

- 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)
- Currently pursuing a BS/MS/PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- Working knowledge (coursework or project experience) in one or more of: electrochemistry, batteries, materials, test/measurement, statistics/data analysis
- Ability to organize work, manage multiple tasks, and communicate clearly in written and verbal formats
- Familiarity with battery test equipment and/or lab environments (e.g., cyclers, environmental chambers, impedance, basic instrumentation)
- Experience analyzing engineering datasets (e.g., Excel, Python, MATLAB) and creating clear plots and summaries
- Interest or experience in technical research, technology scouting, or competitor benchmarking
- Customer orientated with the drive to develop customer-focused solutions
- Ability to work in an environment of ambiguity and ongoing change. Passion for driving positive outcomes for our customers is required
- Must be well-organized, able to handle multiple, detailed tasks, and work professionally with various levels of DTNA management

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
Detroit, MI US. Relocation assistance for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

Schedule Type:
Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

- This position is not open to Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
- Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
- Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
- Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
- EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.