Entry-Level Engineer - TRATON R&D US, LLC

Position Overview

To accelerate innovation across these brands, TRATON R&D brings together engineering expertise and technology development from around the world into one global organization, including International, Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck and Bus. This enables teams to collaborate across brands, share knowledge, and develop the next generation of sustainable transportation solutions while supporting the unique products and customers of each brand.

TRATON R&D engineers also collaborate with colleagues across the brands, providing opportunities to contribute to both North American product development and a global engineering network. For New College Graduates and Interns, this means the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, work alongside experienced professionals, and make meaningful contributions from the beginning of their careers.

An internship with TRATON R&D provides students the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world engineering challenges that support the future of commercial transportation. Interns work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain exposure to technologies and innovations being developed across International, Scania, MAN, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus. Through collaboration with global teams, mentorship, and hands-on experience, interns can build technical and professional skills while exploring career opportunities within a worldwide engineering organization.

Internships are 12-weeks long with start dates beginning in May 2027 until June 2027.

Responsibilities

Potential opportunities may exist within the following areas of TRATON R&D:

Connected & Connected Services (C&C)

Support the development of connected vehicle solutions, digital services, data-driven technologies, and future mobility innovations that enhance customer value and operational performance.

Powertrain

Contribute to the design, development, testing, and optimization of propulsion systems that power the next generation of commercial vehicles.

Battery & Charging

Support the advancement of electrification technologies, including battery systems, charging solutions, energy management, and sustainable transportation initiatives.

Electrical Engineering & Software (EE & Software)

Participate in the development of vehicle electronics, embedded systems, software platforms, controls, connectivity, and emerging digital technologies.

Vehicle Engineering, Materials Engineering, CAE/Simulation

Collaborate on shared technologies, systems, and engineering solutions that enable cross-brand innovation and support the TRATON Group's global product strategy.

What You Can Expect

Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative, global environment.

Contribute to projects that support innovation across International, Scania, MAN, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus brands.

Gain exposure to emerging technologies shaping the future of commercial transportation.

Build technical and professional skills through mentorship, networking, and development opportunities.

Make meaningful contributions to the development of sustainable transportation solutions.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Computer Science

Additional Requirements

Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Benefits and Compensation

This position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international.com/#benefits .

The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

Company Overview

About TRATON With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

About International From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit International.com .

*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email  HUB@International.com  to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.

Potential opportunities may exist within the following areas of TRATON R&D:

Connected & Connected Services (C&C)

Support the development of connected vehicle solutions, digital services, data-driven technologies, and future mobility innovations that enhance customer value and operational performance.

Powertrain

Contribute to the design, development, testing, and optimization of propulsion systems that power the next generation of commercial vehicles.

Battery & Charging

Support the advancement of electrification technologies, including battery systems, charging solutions, energy management, and sustainable transportation initiatives.

Electrical Engineering & Software (EE & Software)

Participate in the development of vehicle electronics, embedded systems, software platforms, controls, connectivity, and emerging digital technologies.

Vehicle Engineering, Materials Engineering, CAE/Simulation

Collaborate on shared technologies, systems, and engineering solutions that enable cross-brand innovation and support the TRATON Group's global product strategy.

What You Can Expect

Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative, global environment.

Contribute to projects that support innovation across International, Scania, MAN, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus brands.

Gain exposure to emerging technologies shaping the future of commercial transportation.

Build technical and professional skills through mentorship, networking, and development opportunities.

Make meaningful contributions to the development of sustainable transportation solutions.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Computer Science