Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

Who we are

Do you want to be part of something big? Volvo Trucks, part of the Volvo Group, aims to be the world leader in sustainable transport solutions. The transport industry is evolving faster than ever, and new exciting technology paths such as electromobility, advanced vehicle automation, and connectivity are opening new opportunities for sustainable and safe transportation.
If you are looking for meaningful challenges, eager to learn more about a dynamic industry that makes a true difference, and are ready to go the extra mile, we invite you to apply to become a Strategy & Governance Intern for Volvo Trucks North America.
The internship/coop role allows students to apply academic knowledge and skills in a professional environment and to support/promote the graduate's career goals through contact with professionals in their field of study. The internship experience enables students to participate in professional activities with Volvo Trucks Sales & Marketing by working on important, innovative projects. Internships are structured learning experiences where interns/coops and our full-time professionals work together on projects within their selected organization. The internship allows students to integrate knowledge and skills in a mutually beneficial manner to the student and Volvo Trucks Sales & Marketing.
 

What you will do

The purpose of this job is to support the Strategy & Governance team in activities related to our strategic ambitions and growth plan for Volvo Trucks in North America and drive reporting & analytics initiatives to support decision-making and to enhance process efficiency & performance. Additionally, you will be able to work with research data, analyze it for key insights, and then communicate your results. This role will be in a high-paced and high-energy environment that changes rapidly due to market conditions, customer needs, and company strategy.
For this position it is preferable for candidates to be on site for at least 4 days a week working up to 40 hours a week during the Summer 2025 semester. The specific working schedule will be agreed upon with the hiring manager. 

The summer internship dates are May 13 to August 9, 2025, with the possibility to be extended through Fall 2025. 
Daily/Weekly responsibilities:
•    Support deep-dive studies on focused areas. 
•    Handle large amounts of data from a variety of sources.
•    Analyze statistics and draw correlations. 
•    Perform customer feedback analysis and recommend areas to focus. 
•    Analyze options and features by volume, model, and differentiating factors based on market trends
•    Build reports and case studies for management utilizing business analytics techniques.
•    Benchmark competitive offering and marketing strategies, determine gaps, and build a roadmap to close gaps
•    Help update processes and workflows and support continuous improvement.
 

Who are you?

•    Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking
•    Comfortable to work with large amounts of data and to follow process routines
•    Detail oriented with strong problem solving/decision making skills
•    Strong PC skills, with emphasis on Microsoft Office suite of products; Excel, Access and Power BI/Qlik for visualization in particular
•    Practical knowledge of scripting languages (ideally Python, R or Scala) is a plus 
•    Understand principles of distributed systems (Hadoop, Spark, MPP) is a plus 
•    Able to write a SQL query with minimal guidance is a plus 
•    Excellent time management and prioritization skills
•    Highly organized, effective at managing multiple projects at once
•    High-energy and result-oriented. 
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across teams.
•    Have a positive and customer-oriented mindset

Minimum Education Requirements & Qualifications:

​​​​•    Applicant must be currently enrolled and pursuing a Business and/or Marketing ( or related area of study) degree at an accredited school and have completed 30 semester hours of undergraduate studies prior to the start of the internship. 
•    Interns may work up to 40 hours per week and must be enrolled as full-time student.
•    Applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75. 

Ready for the next move?

We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:  

At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For all intern and co-op positions, the hourly range is set at $16.00 - $46.00. The hourly rate for these roles is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, academic classification, and degree seeking area of study. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

We also offer the following benefits to interns and co-ops: 

Housing assistance  Countless career opportunities / internal mobility across our global organization Training and personal development

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 

Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

 

At Volvo Trucks you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century we have been innovating for people – to make life easier, better and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, to the industry and to society. At Volvo Trucks we share a curiosity to learn, we work with passion and we embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, together we move the world we want to live in.