Business Development 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.

As part of DTNA's newly formed Corporate Development department, the Business Development team is seeking a highly motivated and entrepreneurial-minded intern to support strategic initiatives that help maintain and expand DTNA's market leadership in the commercial truck industry.

The ideal candidate demonstrates entrepreneurial thinking, strong business acumen, creative problem-solving, and a strategic mindset. The intern will assist in evaluating new business opportunities, analyzing emerging trends, establishing data analysis, and developing recommendations that inform DTNA's long-term growth and transformation strategy.

Interns in this role may have the opportunity to transition into a full-time position subject to manager evaluations and business availability.

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

Support the identification and evaluation of new business opportunities, partnerships, and growth initiatives that align with DTNA's strategic objectives.

Conduct market, competitor, and industry analyses to inform recommendations on emerging trends, customer needs, and innovation potential.

Leverage data analytics to identify performance trends, model business cases, and assess the impact of strategic initiatives.

Collaborate cross-functionally with teams such as strategy, product, finance, and engineering to support informed decision-making and business alignment.

Contribute to the development of strategic proposals and presentations for senior management, highlighting insights and actionable recommendations.

Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture where everyone belongs

Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture where everyone belongs

Knowledge You Should Bring

Strong foundation in business, economics, data analytics, or related fields, with the ability to interpret financial, market, and operational data.

Demonstrated strategic, analytical, and data-driven thinking skills, with the ability to structure complex problems and draw actionable insights.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with data analytics or visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python) is a plus.

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Where We Work

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

Portland, OR 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

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.