ZEV Product Strategy Support Intern

Daimler Truck North America
relocation assistance
United States, Oregon, Portland
Jan 24, 2025
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 eMobility Product Strategy team at Daimler Truck North America is looking for an open-minded, passionate & sustainability-focused individual with a strategic eye. This individual has a comprehensive vision for how competitors, customers, technology and regulations shape the ZEV adoption within the North American Commercial Vehicle market. On a daily basis, this team member supports ongoing ZEV projects, assesses competitors and provides ideas for new efficient tools. Team collaboration, dynamic & data-driven analysis, customer-oriented problem-solving and staying up-to-date on ZEV market trends are essential to for this intern position. 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 - $30 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 Support ongoing ZEV product projects: assist project lead on all project management topics (timeline, budget, technical concept, collaboration/ governance model) with focus on enabling progress and reaching next quality gates/ mile stones Lead specifically assigned sub-projects: ownership of smaller assignments such as deep-dives on open questions within projects or customer requests; assessing the problem, generate plan for solution, execute the plan, present results to executive management Support facilitation of project & team meetings: enable collaboration by bringing people together, driving conversations and decision making, tracking action items and holding folks accountable Design of new tools for the team: provide new approaches for tasks/ problems within the ZEV Strategy team, such as new software solutions for data analysis, financial evaluations Support project roadmapping and project prioritization activities for all ZEV project proposals: perform feasibility studies for new product offerings, provide business case outline for idea and generate recommendation on implementation Knowledge You Should Bring Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's/PhD Program from an accredited college/university or have graduated within the last 12 months. Passion for sustainability and zero emission technology Capability to understand the technical function of battery electric powertrain/ vehicles Open and creative mindset Strong collaboration skills Capability to motivate & inspire a team with new ideas Combine technical solutions with financial viability #LI-Hybrid Where We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria. Schedule Type: Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration. 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/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce 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.