Engineering Technical Writer Internship Job

Location

Renton, WA | United States

Job description

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc. is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. 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 diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

Kenworth Truck Company: Kenworth Truck Company is the manufacturer of The World’s Best® heavy and medium duty trucks. Kenworth is an industry leader in providing fuel-saving technology solutions that help increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. The company’s dedication to the green fleet includes aerodynamic trucks, compressed and liquefied natural gas trucks, and medium-duty diesel-electric hybrids.

Requisition Summary

Kenworth Division of PACCAR is looking for a highly motivated student who is interested in gaining professional experience in an industry-leading manufacturing company to join our Service Technical Publications group. We are pleased you are seeking an internship with PACCAR and wish you the best of luck!

Internships include unique learning opportunities such as:

• Learn first-hand from the industry’s top professionals
• Work directly with Senior Managers and Directors
• Develop mentoring relationships with experienced professionals
• Gain valuable hands-on experience

Job Functions / Responsibilities

In this role, interns will work to support and manage dealer and customer facing publications such as service bulletins, operator manuals, and service manuals, performing a combination of the following functions:

• Review published service literature to enhance coverage for truck options
• Review and update supplier information
• Enhance technical publications dashboards
• Research and update locally sourced repair information
• Review bulletins for obsoleting and archiving
• Reorganize bulletin writing guides to improve training/reference materials
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills / Competencies

• General knowledge of automotive systems/components
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, including the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Proficient PC skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be a team player and able to work effectively in a demanding, fast-paced environment.

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Engineering, Business, and other applicable areas of study) in process, in junior or senior standing preferred

Intern 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
• Sick Leave
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA)
• 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

Additional Job Board Information

At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for internship positions is $25 an hour for undergraduate students and $30 an hour for graduate students. Additionally, this role is eligible for a range of benefit options listed above.

If you would like more information about what makes PACCAR an excellent place to work, please visit the  .

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.

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