Software Development Intern - United States

Job Summary · PACCAR Electronics is seeking a talented and motivated engineering student to join our Summer 2026 Internship Program within the Vehicle Electronic Control Unit (VECU) team. · Our interns gain significant ownership of real engineering projects and work directly with ...

Job description

Job Summary

PACCAR Electronics is seeking a talented and motivated engineering student to join our Summer 2026 Internship Program within the Vehicle Electronic Control Unit (VECU) team.

Our interns gain significant ownership of real engineering projects and work directly with experienced engineers across disciplines. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, adaptable, and a strong communicator who thrives in collaborative environments.

What to Expect

• Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), in person
• Duration: Minimum 12 weeks
• Location: Mount Vernon, WA
• Start Dates: May 18, 2026, or June 22, 2026
• Visa Sponsorship: Not available for this role (H‑1B, TN, OPT, etc.)

About Paccar

PACCAR, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905 and is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under its internationally recognized brands 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.

Your next career move is waiting at PACCAR whether you want to design the transportation technology for tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services. Join the PACCAR team today

About Global PACCAR Electronics

Global PACCAR Electronics organization, which serves Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF transforming the way control systems and software are developed for commercial vehicle applications.  This includes developing the latest vehicle controls, display technology, and autonomous truck solutions that exceed customer expectations. You will collaborate with an international, cross-functional team focused on driving superior technical solutions. 

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Contribute to a multi-disciplinary engineering team (electrical, mechanical, software, safety, and systems engineers) to support high‑quality commercial vehicle designs and systems integration.
• Apply project management processes to maintain project schedule, milestones, and functional delivery.
• Support development of industry-leading reliability and quality across components and systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver user-friendly, maintainable software solutions.
• Analyze system requirements to influence software architecture and design decisions.
• Develop, document, and maintain engineering specifications for new vehicle control functions.
• Partner with cross-divisional teams to drive cohesive global design direction.Assist in validation and verification activities with internal teams and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Third or fourth year of bachelor's degree completed (graduation date 2026 – 2027) in one of the following STEM disciplines: Engineering (Mechatronics, Electrical, Software, Computer, Mechanical), Science, or a related STEM discipline.
• Strong independence, motivation, and analytical thinking; excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability and enthusiasm for developing innovative engineering solutions.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, highly collaborative environment.Proficiency with standard office and documentation tools.
• Ability to learn quickly, adopt new processes, and solve complex technical challenges.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable work.A growth‑oriented mindset with strong initiative and results focus.

Desired Attributes

• Enrollment in a Master's program preferred.
• Experience with one or more programming languages (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, C++, C#).
• Understanding of hardware/firmware interaction and embedded systems concepts.
• Participation in engineering clubs (EcoCAR, Formula SAE, SARP, etc.).Knowledge of electrical/electronic systems, architectures, or software‑driven functionality.
• Basic experience with Python programming.
• Familiarity with Git and version control workflows.Interest in CI/CD pipelines, Jenkins, YAML scripting, and data visualization tools.

Paccar Benefits

• The pay range for this position is $ $30.00/hour (pay varies by undergraduate and graduate degree).
• SIP 401k with up to a 5% company match.
• Paid Holidays (work-location scheduled).
• Sick Leave (WA only).
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance.
• EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more.

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR promotes equal employment opportunities by implementing policies and practices that ensure employees and applicants are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status or other legally protected status. This applies to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, termination, rates of pay, and other conditions of employment.