Bachelor / Master Internship: Data Collection & Analytics for next-gen vehicle platforms

Embedded & data‑driven internship voor een Bachelor/Master student met C/C++ & Python ervaring en een nieuwsgierigheid naar intelligente data-analyse

Functiebeschrijving

Startingdate: August/September 2026

As an Embedded Data Logging & Analytics Intern, you are part of the engineering department and responsible for researching, designing, and prototyping a modern vehicle data logging and analysis solution for next‑generation DAF trucks. You will contribute to connected‑vehicle technologies spanning in‑vehicle software, data processing, and optional cloud analytics.

• You will research state‑of‑the‑art automotive data logging and analysis solutions for next‑generation vehicles.
• You will create a feature concept and high‑level architecture for a CAN‑based data logging function for test or field vehicles.
• You will design and implement a CAN data logging prototype in Python or C/C++, including data capture, filtering, decoding, and high‑performance logging.
• You will work with industry‑standard technologies such as CAN FD, SAE J1939, ASAM MDF4, and secure cloud telemetry using MQTT over TLS.

Extra technische richting (kies één)

• Transition the prototype toward a C/C++ embedded or Linux‑based implementation, or
• Apply cloud analytics and machine‑learning techniques for time‑series analysis, anomaly detection, or extracting meaningful vehicle insights.

• You will test and document both the envisioned ideal solution for next‑generation vehicles and the realized prototype implementation.

Jouw profiel

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in ICT, Embedded Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• (Work or Internship) Experience: Experience or affinity with embedded software development and automotive or industrial software systems is preferred.
• Other experience: Preferably experience with Python and/or C/C++, CAN‑based communication, and basic data analysis; exposure to machine learning is a plus.
• Language skills: Strong communication skills in English are required; knowledge of Dutch is a plus.
• Competencies: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, creativity, good planning and organization abilities, and a collaborative mindset.

Afdeling

You will be part of an experienced international team of the Global Platform Development group, located in Eindhoven as part of PACCAR Electronics. The rest of our department is located in Renton (near Seattle, USA) and Denton (Texas). Our location in Eindhoven has about 200 highly skilled people today. Together with our colleagues in Renton and Denton we deliver world class engineering in the domains of powertrain controllers and vehicle controllers.

The products developed within PACCAR Electronics are applied on DAF trucks but also in the famous PACCAR brands Kenworth and Peterbilt. Through component sales our products are also used by leading bus and coach manufacturers.

Wij bieden

• A view behind the scenes at a large international corporation;
• You will get a lot of freedom and responsibility. We are open to your initiatives and depending on the assignment you see your results back in the workplace;
• An experienced coach and supervisor who can teach you a lot and is willing to help you with your assignment;
• After your graduation, you will have the opportunity to start your career at DAF;
• An internship wage of € 375,- gross (Bachelor) and € 450,- gross (Master) per month on full-time base
• A travel allowance, if you don’t have a student travel product (provided by the Dutch government);
• A housing allowance, if you temporarily rent a room near DAF.

Each intern will have the opportunity to participate at the Student Event. During this event you will meet other interns and find out more about DAF/PACCAR!