Diesel Mechanic/Technician Internship (Reese)
Location: Reese, MI
Description
DIESEL TECHNICIAN INTERN / STUDENT PROGRAM – REESE, MI
GET PAID TO LEARN. BUILD REAL SKILLS. START YOUR CAREER NOW.
THIS IS NOT A COFFEE-AND-CLEANUP INTERNSHIP!
At DHT Group, interns work side-by-side with experienced diesel technicians in a real, fast-paced heavy truck shop.
If you are attending a trade school, community college, technical program, or diesel technology program and want REAL experience on REAL equipment — keep reading.
This is your opportunity to build hands-on experience, earn money, and develop skills that actually matter in the industry.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
- Preventive maintenance on Class 8 trucks
- Diesel diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Electrical and ECM systems
- Brake systems, suspension, and drivetrain repairs
- Shop safety and fleet maintenance procedures
- Use of professional diagnostic software including:
- DiagnosticLink
- Cummins Insite
- Bendix / Wabco
You won’t sit in a classroom all day.
You’ll be in the shop learning from experienced technicians and working on real fleet equipment.
WHO THIS PROGRAM IS FOR
We are looking for students who are:
- Enrolled in a diesel, automotive, heavy equipment, or mechanical program
- Mechanically inclined
- Willing to learn and work hard
- Interested in building a long-term career in diesel repair
- Reliable, motivated, and coachable
No advanced experience required.
We care more about attitude, work ethic, and willingness to learn than experience.
WHAT YOU GET
- Paid internship opportunities
- Hands-on training with experienced technicians
- Exposure to advanced diesel systems and diagnostics
- Career development and mentorship
- Opportunity for full-time employment after graduation
- Real shop experience that gives you a competitive advantage
WHY DHT?
For over 40 years, DHT Group has built a reputation for safety, reliability, and performance.
Our fleet includes advanced Detroit and Cummins-powered equipment across multiple divisions, giving students exposure to a wide variety of trucks, systems, and repair environments.
This is not a dead-end internship.
This is a direct path into a skilled trade career.
VETERANS & STUDENTS WITH HANDS-ON BACKGROUNDS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
Military experience, shop classes, welding, farming, equipment operation, racing, fabrication, or hands-on hobbies are all strong foundations for success in this program.
REQUIREMENTS
- Currently enrolled in a college, trade school, or technical program
- Valid driver’s license preferred
- Ability to lift 35+ lbs.
- Ability to work in a shop environment
- Strong attendance and willingness to learn
- Ability to work safely and follow direction
START BUILDING YOUR CAREER NOW!
Learn from experienced technicians.
Build real-world skills.
Get paid while you learn.
Create a future in a high-demand industry.
Apply today and start building your career with DHT Group.
