Summer 2027 - Marketing Communications Intern
About the role
The Kenworth Division of PACCAR is seeking highly motivated interns interested in gaining professional marketing experience at an industry-leading manufacturing company. Kenworth Truck Company, founded in 1923, manufactures The World's Best® heavy and medium duty trucks and is leading transportation innovation with battery-electric vehicles, fuel cell electric powertrains, and autonomous driving systems. This internship offers unique learning opportunities: learn from industry professionals, work directly with senior managers, develop mentoring relationships, and gain valuable hands-on experience. The internship is scheduled to begin in May or June 2027.
Responsibilities
- Support Kenworth's public relations and social media strategy
- Generate digital content and contribute to Kenworth marketing and community events
- Participate in additional projects designed to make company operations more effective and efficient
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program with a marketing focus (Junior or Senior standing preferred)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Resourceful and a self-starter
- Experience applying research, user insights, and data to strategic plans
- Experience with video production (preferred)
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud Software (preferred)
Benefits
- Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Sick Leave
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA)
- EAP services: including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more
- Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth, training, and development opportunities
- Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field
Pay
The salary range for internship positions is $25 an hour for undergraduate students and $30 an hour for graduate students.
Schedule
Internship scheduled to begin in May or June 2027.