Legal Summer Intern

About the role

Interns will gain knowledge and experience through exciting and real‑life learning opportunities, working in accordance with DTNA’s core values of passion, respect, integrity, and discipline. The legal intern position is based at DTNA’s Portland, OR location and begins each summer in May or June. Interns will work on a variety of legal projects and matters under the close supervision of experienced attorneys supporting product and technical compliance, with the possibility of transitioning to a full‑time role based on performance and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Actively contribute and be a part of exciting projects that drive the future within the Daimler Trucks North America organization
• Cross functionally work with various departments to create a collaborative environment
• Assist with improving legal processes
• Attend internal client meetings, as necessary and requested
• Support responding to inquiries from government agencies such as NHTSA, EPA, or CARB: research answers, review documents to ensure veracity, draft responses
• Perform mini‑audits to assemble timelines of events, communications, etc. on specified matters
• Prepare and review regulatory submissions, including Safety Act, TREAD Act, ESG filings, and audit responses as necessary
• Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture where everyone belongs

Requirements

• 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)
• Completed at least one (1) year toward a Juris Doctor degree program by the start of the internship
• Unquestionable integrity and appropriate handling of confidential information
• Clear and flexible communication skills
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership of work
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Interest in automotive industry, manufacturing, and technology (preferred)
• Continuous improvement mindset (preferred)
• Curious and adaptable (preferred)
• Technical knowledge about vehicles (preferred)
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Solid organizational skills
• Creative mindset

Benefits

• 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

Pay

Salary placement is determined by your anticipated graduation year and ranges between $21 - $29 per hour.

Schedule

Internship is available for 40 hours per week (time to be agreed on between intern and supervising attorney) over a portion of the summer to be agreed upon between DTNA and the prospective intern. Schedule type: Hybrid (4 days per week in‑office / 1 day remote).