When you join Daimler, you become an agent of change within our global community of people working to create a cleaner, safer, and more efficient world for today and tomorrow. Through innovation at all levels, our teams ensure our world-changing brands continue to increase the quality of life and the business success of our customers, their customers, and the world around them. The Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) brand portfolio is second to none, and includes Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, Detroit engines and components, Thomas Built Buses and Freightliner Custom Chassis.
We are the undisputed leader in the commercial vehicle market and the industry’s technology trendsetter. Empowered by purpose, DTNA employees drive a Technology Revolution through innovative products and a customer-centric culture. Our dedication to our customers and society does not end once our products hit the road. That’s because we believe that business success and social responsibility go hand in hand. We immerse ourselves in our customer’s experience, and support the environmental responsibilities of our sites to ensure our products are the reliable, sustainable and the desired tools of the future.
Job Overview
The Continuous Improvement Project Management Office Intern supports a team of 6 persons engaged in cross functional projects in our Portland, OR office. This person will learn and apply basic lean tools in a dynamic, spirited, engaged office environment
Responsibilities
- The intern will be engaged in day to day activities to support our Portland projects which last 4 months in duration and address topics such as Aftermarket, Sales, Technology, and Human Resources
- This person will learn and apply basic lean tools in a dynamic, spirited, engaged office environment as we strive to achieve our DTNA vision of being the Undisputed Market Leader
- Further develop and maintain standards across all Continuous Improvement Project Management Office SharePoint websites, collaborate with the East Coast team intern
- Assist in deployment and development of various communication mediums (PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, Visio, etc.)
- Develop and demonstrate creative thinking aligned with department/project strategies
- Assist with Continuous Improvement Project Management Office projects
- Assist in documentation and other functions for Continuous Improvement events and workshops in projects and TOS (Lean) Courses
- Assist with coordination and execution of other department functions
- Must be participating in a Bachelor's Program or higher (or have graduated within the past 12 months) required
- GPA of 3.0 or higher required
- An attached resume is required
- Pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Communications, Marketing preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) required
- Strong computer skills (PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.) required
- Ability to type efficiently and accurately (approx. 40+ wpm) required
- Ability to prioritize and make decisions required
- Ability to work both in a team and independently required
- Quick learner in a dynamic work environment required
- Focused, professional, organized, reliable, and responsible required
- Experience and/or knowledge of Lean, Continuous Improvement or Six Sigma preferred
- Experience in Project Management preferred
- SharePoint customization preferred
Additional Information
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. at the time of application.
- Final candidate must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
- EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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.
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