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Summer 2025 Internship - Battery Pack Development

PACCAR
sick time, 401(k)
United States, Washington, Mount Vernon
Feb 20, 2025

Requisition Summary

The PACCAR Summer Internship Program provides an opportunity to learn about PACCAR through a work assignment in the Battery Pack Development team. Each intern will be integrated into division and department meetings, activities and events to ensure an understanding of PACCAR and our truck brands Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to our dynamic organization, while enhancing your resume. At the end of your internship, you have the opportunity to present your accomplishments to your fellow interns and senior management. PACCAR interns have a great deal of visibility within our company. Don't miss out on an exciting opportunity!

The PACCAR Technical Center is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to the development and validation of emerging technologies such as vehicle electrification and autonomous driving systems. The PACCAR Technical Center is located in scenic Mt. Vernon, Washington north of Seattle and south of Vancouver, British Columbia.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

As a Battery Pack Development Engineer Intern at the PACCAR Technical Center, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of impactful projects that support our mission to develop battery pack technologies. Here is a summary of the key areas you will focus on:

  • Test set-up, data processing and analysis supporting the characterization of Li-ion battery cells.
  • Test set-up, data processing and analysis supporting studies of battery life behavior.
  • Explore different Battery Management System (BMS) algorithm approaches to creating Li-ion battery models and SOC/SOH estimates.

Qualifications

  • Basic understanding of Li-ion battery chemistry
  • Basic knowledge of battery modelingor algorithm coding
  • Scripting and data analysis experience desired (MATLAB/Simulink)
  • Must be self-directed; possess excellent analysis, communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to work well independently and as part of a team

Education

Pursuing a BS or advanced degree in a technical (STEM) field

PACCAR Benefits

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

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

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