2025 Summer Internship: Environmental Intern

Company Information

PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced power trains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

 

Peterbilt Motors Company

On highways, construction sites, city streets, logging roads - everywhere our customers earn their living - Peterbilt's red oval is a familiar symbol of performance, reliability and pride. Peterbilt has reigned as America's premium quality truck manufacturer since the company's founding in 1939. Our dedication to deliver products and services focused on improving customers' performance, image, profitability and peace of mind truly makes Peterbilt the Class of the Industry.

Requisition Summary

Peterbilt Motors Company, a PACCAR Company, has an opening for an Environmental Intern to add to our Maintenance department in Denton, Texas.

The Maintenance and Facilities Group Intern will work with the Maintenance and Facilities Departments to gather data and information for correctly cataloging and verifying specifications for existing plant equipment. In addition, they will work with the Facilities Department to develop and complete project scopes of work for new capital and expense projects.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

This position will be working on various projects and reports to include but not limited to:

• Assist with the implementation of an ISO50001 energy management system.
• Gather data for environmental reporting and project development.
• Update documented procedures, work instructions and forms.
• Assist with compliance evaluations, internal audits and corrective actions.
• Assist with training personnel in environmental regulations.

Skills

The skills that are important to be successful in this position are as follows:

• Enrolled in and pursuing a B.S. Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, NaturalScience (Chemistry, Biology, Geology) and have completed at a minimum their sophomore year of college. (Required).
• Exceptional demonstrable organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Exceptional demonstrable application and use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Aptitude for learning other software applications.
• Aptitude for learning environmental regulations and standards.
• Leadership / Participation in environmental related projects or teams.
• Must be a self-starter, resourceful, and capable to multitasking.
• Basic understanding of industrial equipment and safety practices.
• Proven ability to work in a self-directed environment.
• Capable of working flexible hours.

Education

The candidate we seek will be currently enrolled in an Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Chemistry, Biology or other similar science program.  

General Description of Internship Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR intern, you have a full range of benefit options including:

 

• Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Paid holidays
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and heal