Design & Release Intern (Body)
International
Position Overview
Design & Release Intern (Body) – Summer 2025
We’re International.
We build International trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses, as well as 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.
Join Us as a Design & Release Intern (Body)!
The Body group, as part of the R&D organization, consists of six different teams (Cab-in-White, Bus Components, Interiors, Exterior Aero, Exterior Hoods & Body Components) that come together to design & develop our cutting-edge International Truck & IC Bus products. As a part of our Body Team, you will directly be responsible for both future model year development as well as the current model year improvements. Body is seeking passionate, motivated Mechanical Engineers to join our dynamic team as Design and Release Interns, where your contributions will be crucial in enhancing the design & performance of our entire vehicle lineup.
About the Intern Program
+ 12 week program with start dates on: May 12 or 19 or June 2
+ 40 hours per week
+ Must graduate between December 2025 - May 2027
Responsibilities
+ The primary job function will be component design & development for current production & future product model projects
+ Design and Develop: Detailed design of components & systems using CAD software to create 3D models & technical drawings
+ Analyze and Validate: Perform engineering calculations & simulations to ensure designs meet safety & performance standards
+ Prototype and Test: Participate in the fabrication, testing & evaluation of prototypes to refine designs. Creative use of 3D printing to produce more cost-effective parts
+ Innovate: Contribute to brainstorming sessions & design reviews to solve engineering challenges & create new concepts and designs
+ Collaborate: Work with manufacturing & other cross-functional teams to ensure smooth production processes
+ Professional Growth: Gain hands-on experience with CAD software, engineering calculations, and prototype testing
Minimum Requirements
+ Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
Additional Requirements
+ Qualified candidates, excluding current International Motors employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. International Motors does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B or F-1 status)
Desired Skills
+ Minimum required cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
+ Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field
+ Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, or AutoCAD)
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
+ Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
+ Basic understanding of vehicle body structures and systems is a plus
+ Previous internship or project experience in automotive engineering is preferred
+ Strong communication and organizational skills
+ Critical thinking and problem solving
+ Previous internships or work experience is a plus
+ Ability to work independently
Benefits and Compensation
+ The expected compensation hourly pay ranges for hires into our 2025 campus intern openings is $24 - $38/hour.
+ Hourly pay is based on year in school and is non-negotiable.
Company Overview
At International Motors, LLC* (“International”), we’ve never backed away from forging our own path. Our openness and ability to meet customers where they are, combined with our curious mindset is what defines us as a company. And as individuals. With big changes ahead for the commercial vehicle industry, and people counting on us to keep things moving, we say: bring on the journey.
ABOUT INTERNATIONALFrom 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 www.International.com (https://www.international.com/our-company) .
*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.
EEO Statement
International is 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@Navistar.com to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.
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