Software Release Management 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. The Software Release Management Intern supports the planning, coordination, and execution of software releases across development, testing, and operations teams.

This role provides hands-on exposure to real-world release processes, change management practices, and cross-team collaboration in a fast-paced engineering environment.

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 Release Visibility & Tooling Enablement Support the development and integration of release management toolchains that track, document, and visualize vehicle features and ECU software across the lifecycle.

Milestone Tracking & Release Transparency Track and communicate key ECU software milestones (engineering, development, public road, and production releases), providing high‑level visibility to stakeholders to improve alignment and decision‑making.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Belonging Work hands‑on with ECU owners, feature owners, and test platform teams to support coordinated releases, while actively contributing to a collaborative culture where all voices are valued.

Software‑Defined Vehicle Enablement Support software‑defined vehicle (SDV) initiatives by aligning ECU release processes with feature‑based delivery, over‑the‑air update readiness, and cross‑platform software integration to enable faster, scalable vehicle software evolution 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) Pursuing a bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer science, or Data analytics or related field Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Experience with Atlassian programs (Confluence and JIRA) Experience with PowerBi Strong oral and written communication skills Solid organizational skills Creative mindset Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment #LI-Hybrid 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 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.

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