Intern: Product Mechanical Engineer (Summer 2026)
Location:
Salem, VA, US, 24153
Position Type: Student
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
Short Description
Are you a motivated Engineer with a passion for solving complex mechanical engineering problems? Do you work best in a diverse, inclusive environment where collaboration is the key to success? Does being a part of creating and delivering a new product lineup excite you?
If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Mack Trucks is seeking a Product Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Salem, VA.
What you will do
As an Product Mechanical Engineering Intern you will be working in a team you will work with a team of professional experts supportin our Mack Medium Duty project in all aspects related to the Cab and Chassis systems.
You will get the opportunity to understand and get hands on experience in simulation related to components, systems, and complete truck. By the end of the internship you will have gained a strong understanding and experience in different areas related to simulation analysis.
You will be responsible for:
Learning about developing, coordinating and leading complex mechanical engineering tasks to achieve department goals while ensuring quality and timelines.
Applying engineering principles to projects from concept planning to completion.
Assisting in meeting project cost constraints, deadlines, and objectives.
Determining root causes and design solutions for quality issues.
Learning about simulation software based on area of focus.
Performing simulation analysis under the guidance of a Mentor.
Your future team
Mack Medium Duty Engineering is part of the global Volvo Trucks Technology & Industrial Vehicle Engineering development organization.
Vehicle Engineering secures our customers' success by leading and developing of the Volvo Trucks North America and Mack vehicles. As product engineers we develop the most attractive and profitable Heavy & Medium Duty trucks solutions in the industry. We work as one development team: supporting each other to secure delivery according to decided product plan, and we proactively recommend new technologies for future customer needs.
Who are you?
You are a Mechanical Engineering student that is prepared to work in a challenging and fast-paced environment, gaining experience and knowledge in various aspects of engineering. As a valued member of the engineering team within Mack Medium Duty, you will have the opportunity to work directly with the engineers in the department. TTI's values collaboration and life-long learning and our goal is to contribute to your development while providing you an opportunity to work in a business environment within the manufacturing industry.
Required:
Must be enrolled and pursuing a degree in (Mechanical Engineering or related program) at an accredited school and have completed 30 semester hours of undergraduate studies.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75 or higher.
Summer interns may work up to 40 hours per week.
At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company's growth. For all intern and co-op positions, the hourly range is set at $17.00 - $46.00. The hourly rate for these roles is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, academic classification, and degree seeking area of study. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
We also offer the following benefits to interns and co-ops:?
Housing assistance, when applicable
Countless career opportunities / internal mobility across our global organization ?? ?
Training and personal development
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.
Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group's leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. ?We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. ?We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Group Trucks Technology are seeking talents to help design sustainable transportation solutions for the future. As part of our team, you'll help us by engineering exciting next-gen technologies and contribute to projects that determine new, sustainable solutions. Bring your love of developing systems, working collaboratively, and your advanced skills to a place where you can make an impact. Join our design shift that leaves society in good shape for the next generation.
Job Category: Technology Engineering
Organization: Trucks Technology & Industrial Division
Travel Required: No Travel Required
Requisition ID: 27185
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Do we share the same aspirations?
Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.
Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world's most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.
Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.
If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.
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