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About Volvo

Volvo, a pioneering force in transportation solutions, stands as a global leader in sustainable mobility. With a legacy rooted in safety, innovation, and quality, Volvo continues to shape the industry by providing a diverse range of commercial vehicles, encompassing trucks, buses, construction equipment, and more, all united by a commitment to driving progress and environmental stewardship.

Your role

Position description:

Volvo Group Trucks Operations (GTO) is the truck industrial entity within the Volvo Group responsible for Truck manufacturing, including Cab & Vehicle Assembly, Powertrain Production, Logistics Services, Parts Distribution and Remanufacturing. Hagerstown’s group function is Powertrain Production. Powertrain production is one of the world's largest manufacturers of heavy-duty diesel engines for commercial vehicles. Powertrain production provides diesel engines and transmission systems to the Volvo Group Business Areas.

Main activities and responsibilities for this role:

• Use the knowledge of the workforce and current practices to innovatively introduce and implement new manufacturing processes, products and projects.
• Perform data analysis and implement quality improvements.
• Create standard operating procedures.
• Develop dashboards utilizing tools such as Power BI to improve data visualization.
• Develop cost effective engineering solutions with flexibility for product and volume changes, including fixturing and tooling development.
• Perform benchmarking and utilize best practices locally and globally throughout the engineering organization.
• Participating in industrial projects at all phases, including pre-studies, theoretical volume capacity scenarios, following up and monitoring activities, and gaining agreement from relevant stakeholders.
• Listen to understand the needs of both internal and external customers.
• Present ideas, problems, and solutions clearly in written and verbal communication.
• Bring a good attitude and collaborate with a team mindset to creatively solve problems and deescalate any potential conflict.
• Take initiative to foresee problems and take appropriate actions to minimize the risk of those potential problems.
• Have a mind-set of continuous, focused improvements while having an overall perspective that embraces promoting a safe and clean working environment.

Training & development

Volvo's intern program cultivates growth with a dynamic mix of hands-on experience, industry expert mentorship, and personalized learning resources. Interns engage in real-world projects at the forefront of innovation, receiving personalized guidance to cultivate their skills & knowledge. With access to a range of career development opportunities, including networking events & workshops, their program empowers interns to thrive & evolve within the ever-evolving landscape of the Volvo Group.

Salary & benefits 

The compensation for the role will range from $16.00 to $46.00 per hour.

They offer the following benefits to interns & co-ops:

• Housing assistance.
• Countless career opportunities.
• Internal mobility across their global organization.
• Training and personal development.

Career progression

The Volvo Group's intern career progression is a dynamic odyssey, weaving together hands-on immersion, mentorship from industry leaders, & collaboration across disciplines. This holistic method cultivates technical expertise, fosters crucial connections, & lays the foundation for future roles. This evolution fuels growth, innovation, & a seamless transition from intern to valued Volvo Group contributor, unlocking a world of boundless prospects.

Work-life balance

At Volvo Group, work-life balance is more than a concept; it's a core value embraced daily. With a commitment to fostering well-being, employees thrive through flexible schedules, remote work options, and comprehensive health initiatives. By promoting harmony between professional and personal lives, they empower their team to excel on and off the clock.

Culture & vibe

Immerse yourself in the Volvo Group's dynamic work culture, where innovation and collaboration converge to create a vibrant atmosphere. The fusion of diverse talents and a shared commitment to excellence generates an electric vibe that propels them toward collective success. At Volvo, every day is an opportunity to be part of a forward-looking community that values growth, respect, and the thrill of pushing boundaries.

About you

Critical competencies and experience:

• Attention to Detail: Provide accurate data and reports that are pertinent to the team’s tasks.
• Teamwork: Building cooperation among individuals and departments, sharing information and resources, and working to achieve group goals and outcomes.
• Communication: Listen effectively, transmit information accurately and understandably, and actively seek feedback from experienced engineers, project manager, etc.
• Dependability/Reliability: Follow through on commitments, timely delivery on projects, assigned tasks, etc.
• Flexibility: Willing to perform a wide range of tasks, positive responds to changes in direction and priorities, and acceptance of new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments.
• Customer Focus
• Peer Relationships, Integrity and Trust
• Standing Alone, Action Oriented, and Perseverance.

Requirements:

• Applicant must be currently enrolled and pursuing an Engineering Degree. Preferred specializations are Industrial, Mechanical and Engineering Design at an accredited school and have completed 30 semester hours of undergraduate studies prior to the start of the internship.
• Applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75.
• Interns may work up to 30 hours per week during the fall semester.
• Strong communication skills.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• volvogroup.com/en/careers/job-openings.html
• volvogroup.com/en/careers/working-at-volvo-group.html
• youtube.com/@VolvoGroupVideos