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. 

What you will do

At Volvo Trucks, New River Valley facility you will contribute to the transformation of our company, the transport industry, and society at large.

You will: Support the development, launch, and continuous improvement of production processes while gaining hands-on experience on the shop floor.

Key Responsibilities

• Support engineers in designing and improving manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment
• Assist with data analysis to evaluate cycle time, throughput, and production performance
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, applying Lean principles to increase efficiency and reduce waste
• Help develop process documentation, work instructions, and standard work
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, Quality, and Design Engineering
• Support prototype builds and new product launches, contributing to successful ramp-up into production
• Observe and identify opportunities to improve safety, ergonomics, and workflow

Who are you?

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field at an accredited school and have completed 30 semester hours prior to the start of the internship.
• Applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75 
• Fall interns may work up to 30 hours per week
• Strong interest in automotive manufacturing, welding technologies, and surface treatment processes (e.g., e-coating, painting, sealing).
• Interest in Lean manufacturing and process improvement
• Comfortable working both on the shop floor and with data/tools (Excel, etc.)
• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn in a hands-on environment
• Knowledge of CAD software (e.g., CATIA, NX, SolidWorks) and familiarity with PLM systems is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). PowerBI is also a plus.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-driven and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.

What’s in it for you?

• Hands-on experience in a BIW manufacturing environment
• Exposure to automation, robotics, and production systems
• Opportunity to work on real-world projects with measurable impact
• Coaching from experienced engineers and exposure to cross-functional teamwork

Expectations

• Communicates project progress in a timely manner
• Ask questions and request assistance when needed
• Reaches out to engineers and specialist in the cross functional team for support
• Gets involved on the shop floor with operators and technicians
• Takes initiative in identifying problems and finding solutions
• Offers assistance to the manufacturing cross functional team

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. 

At Volvo Trucks you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century we have been innovating for people – to make life easier, better and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, to the industry and to society. At Volvo Trucks we share a curiosity to learn, we work with passion and we embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, together we move the world we want to live in.