Vocational & MD Training Intern

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 Vocational Training Intern is a member of the Vocational & MD Marketing and Strategy team focused on optimizing training for internal stakeholders, Dealers, and TEMs, supporting both Freightliner and Western Star brands. The primary objective of this position will be to assist with content creation, implement communication strategy, and support all training methods related to Vocational & MD products. This position will work closely with Product Marketing, Field Sales, and other DTNA Training Managers to provide a superior Customer Experience.

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 - $29 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

• Assist in development and execution of strategies to effectively train key stakeholders – dealer sales teams, DTNA sales teams, truck equipment manufacturers (TEMs) – on features and benefits of Freightliner and Western Star vocational products, spec’ing for target vocational segments, features and tools for truck equipment upfit and truck selling skills
• Assist monthly newsletter content timeline and development with key stakeholders
• Assist in generation of story boards, scripts and other assets for online training modules with Subject Matter Experts
• Build online training modules with Articulate software and upload on the Learning Management System (LMS)
• Assist in DTNA sales and dealer training ride & drive events to drive hands-on product engagement

• Bring fresh perspective on software tools and platforms to drive continuous improvement for the Training team
• Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture where everyone belongs

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program or higher from an accredited college/university OR have recently graduated within 1 year of the position start date (May/June)

• • Must be pursuing a degree in Marketing, Digital Marketing, Graphic Design, Digital Media / Design, Business Administration, Communications or related field.

• Experience with graphic design, video editing, digital content creation, or related creative tools through coursework, projects, internships, or extracurricular activities.
• Solid organizational skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Creative mindset
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn across a variety of projects and business functions.
• Strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop innovative ideas and approaches.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Preferred interest or experience with digital tools, including Canva, Adobe Premier Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Articulate

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Fort Mill, SC 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 - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion 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.

SHAPE YOUR FUTURE. CHANGE THE WORLD.

Are you ready to join the inspired people who are helping shape the future of commercial vehicle manufacturing? Our employees enjoy lucrative benefits, competitive salaries and the opportunity to work in jobs across many functions—mechanical engineering and electrical engineering, accounting, sales & marketing, IT and more—both within our company and in our offices around the world.