Inside the Role
Interns will gain knowledge and experience through exciting and real-life learning opportunities. Interns must work in accordance with DTNA’s core values of passion, respect, integrity and discipline. Internship positions can be located at various DTNA locations across the US. We are looking for high performing and motivated individuals in various areas within DTNA organizations. DTNA internships begin each summer in May or June.
As a Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Intern, you will contribute to key risk management initiatives including information classification, policy and standards compliance, and the development and tracking of cybersecurity Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs). The role offers hands-on experience with both corporate Information Technology (IT) and plant floor Operational Technology (OT) environments, providing visibility into how cybersecurity frameworks and controls are applied across a hybrid enterprise. You will work alongside experienced practitioners to support risk management activities aligned to industry standards such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), National Institute of Standards and Technology Special Publication (NIST SP) 800-53, and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 27000 series.
Interns in this role may have the opportunity to transition into a full-time position subject to manager evaluations and business availability.
Posting Information
We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.
We Take Care of Our Team
Salary placement is determined by your anticipated graduation year and ranges between $21 - $29 per hour.
Benefits include:
- 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
What You Drive at DTNA
- Contribute to risk management activities across IT and OT environments
- Participate in identifying, documenting, and tracking cybersecurity risks, including those related to plant floor (operational technology) systems; support risk assessments, business impact analysis inputs, and mitigation tracking.
- Develop and maintain cybersecurity metrics (KPIs and KRIs)Assist in defining, tracking, and reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) to measure cybersecurity effectiveness, compliance posture, and risk trends across the organization.
- Support information classification and data governance initiatives
- Help classify data and systems based on sensitivity and criticality, ensuring appropriate handling, protection requirements, and alignment with enterprise data protection standards.
- Assist with audit, assessment, and documentation efforts
- Prepare and maintain documentation to support internal and external audits, cybersecurity assessments, and control validation activities, ensuring traceability and audit readiness.
- Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture where everyone belongs
Knowledge You Should Bring
- Must be 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)
- Degree focus in Cybersecurity; Information Systems / Management Information Systems (MIS); Information Technology; Network Management and Security; Computer Science; or related business/technology degree programs with relevant cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) coursework preferred
- Proficiency with generative AI tools, including the ability to use AI effectively for research, analysis, automation, and problem solving while validating outputs for accuracy.
- Familiarity with AI agents and agentic workflows, including how agents can be used to automate multi-step tasks and improve cybersecurity and GRC processes.
- Comfort working cross-functionally and collaborating with both technical and non-technical colleagues and business partners.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain cybersecurity and GRC topics clearly to audiences with different levels of technical knowledge.
- Ability to balance hands-on technical work with meetings, stakeholder discussions, documentation, and follow-up activities.
- Knowledge of information security concepts such as confidentiality, integrity, availability, access control, and risk management.
- Coursework in cybersecurity, information systems, or risk management
- Exposure to identity and access management (IAM) concepts
- Awareness of frameworks (e.g., NIST, NIS2, TISAX, ISO 27001)
- Interest in manufacturing / industrial cybersecurity (OT security)
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Solid organizational skills
- Creative mindset
- Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
#LI-Hybrid
Where We Work
This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
Detroit, MI US. Relocation assistance for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.
Schedule Type:
Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.
At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building solutions with cutting-edge advancements in sustainability and future driving technologies - across electric, hydrogen, and autonomous innovation. Backed by decades of proven success, these efforts continue DTNA’s legacy as an industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we operate as one team - driving toward a cleaner, safer, and more efficient future for all.
How we move forward together is defined by the DTNA Way - our shared approach to showing up for our customers, our colleagues, and the world we help move. We start with our customers, grounding every product, service, and decision in their success, knowing that when they move forward, so do we. At the same time, we act with urgency and intention, balancing speed with thoughtful decision-making to deliver results with integrity, accountability, and clarity. Across our entire organization, we collaborate as one team - bringing diverse perspectives, strengths, and expertise together with trust and respect - because we know we achieve more together than any one of us could alone.
Guided by these principles, we’re not just responding to change - we’re leading it. Together, we are building the future of transportation for all who keep the world moving.
Additional Information
Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.
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.
