At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.

Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way

IT Internships – Summer 2026

Internship Details

Timing: Late-May 2026 – Late-August 2026

Location: Tenneco Headquarters in Northville, MI

Compensation: Based on experience and class year.

Overview

Are you a tech-savvy student eager to gain experience in the automotive industry? Tenneco, a global leader in automotive technology, is offering exciting IT internship opportunities. With over 100 years of innovation, Tenneco is driven by a team that accelerates change and works toward our purpose: to be the most trusted partner and the world’s best manufacturer and distributor in the transportation industry.

As an IT Intern at Tenneco, you’ll support the design, development, and maintenance of the technology that powers our operations. You’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of seasoned professionals on cutting-edge projects, including groundbreaking AI-driven solutions, seamless cloud migration, and the implementation of scalable, enterprise-level systems that drive innovation and digital transformation This internship offers a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in automotive manufacturing and the tech innovations shaping the industry.

Join Tenneco, where you’ll enhance your technical skills while contributing to our mission of delivering smart, sustainable, and innovative solutions to the automotive world.

Internship Placement

At Tenneco, IT Interns are matched with departments that align with their skills, working on meaningful projects that contribute to that team’s goals. They gain valuable experience and insight into Tenneco's culture through hands-on assignments, structured activities, and networking events. High-performing interns may be invited to return for a future internship, extend their current internship into the fall, or be considered for full-time positions.

Possible internship placement includes the following:

IT Vendor Management

• Assist with IT contract collection, organization, and uploading into the Venminder SaaS tool, ensuring proper categorization and standardization.
• Support document cleansing and metadata extraction, ensuring only current, relevant materials are retained and accurately stored for future reporting.
• Aid in the renewal process by identifying budget owners and assisting with recurring renewal reports to ensure timely contract management.

Enterprise Applications

• Support ERP system optimization by harmonizing and enhancing platforms like SAP, QAD, PLEX, and SIM to streamline business operations.
• Contribute to application modernization by analyzing legacy platforms and helping develop migration strategies to low-code solutions like Mendix.
• Assist with AI chatbot development and enterprise integration, optimizing EDI processes and enhancing system connectivity for improved user interaction and operational efficiency.

Enterprise Architecture

• Assist in analyzing, designing, and optimizing IT architecture to ensure alignment with business goals and technical standards, while supporting technology integration, including cloud services like AWS and Azure.
• Contribute to emerging technology initiatives by implementing AI, Machine Learning, and RPA solutions, utilizing tools such as Automate Anywhere and Microsoft Power Automate.
• Support business process management and automation by analyzing workflows, enhancing processes, and applying programming skills (Python, Java, CSS) to streamline architecture and data integration for manufacturing technologies.

IT Project Management

• Assist with project planning, tracking progress, and ensuring milestones are met by supporting project managers in scheduling and resource allocation.
• Coordinate communication among team members and stakeholders, document project deliverables, meeting minutes, and status reports, and keep project dashboards updated.
• Support risk and change management by helping identify potential issues, tracking risks, documenting scope changes, and contributing to process improvements for project efficiency.

Infrastructure & Operations

• Assist in system monitoring and maintenance by tracking server, network, and system performance, coordinating project tasks, and analyzing data to optimize system efficiency and uptime.
• Help deploy, configure, and maintain infrastructure components, including hardware, software, servers, storage, and network devices, while coordinating with project teams to ensure timely and effective execution.

Support troubleshooting, security, and backup processes by diagnosing issues, analyzing performance data, maintaining documentation, and coordinating disaster recovery efforts to ensure system integrity and business continuity.

Information Security and Privacy

• Assist in monitoring security systems, analyzing alerts, and identifying potential vulnerabilities or incidents to enhance security measures, while participating in corporate development transactions from diligence through transaction exit to ensure risks are properly managed.
• Support the implementation and enforcement of security policies, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations, and assist in risk assessments and audits.
• Contribute to incident response efforts by investigating security breaches, documenting findings, and maintaining accurate security and privacy documentation.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
• Ability to commit to a full-time internship for the duration of the program
• Strong technical aptitude and interest in IT systems, software, and infrastructure
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Prior internship or project experience related to IT is preferred but not required
• Familiarity with programming languages, databases, and networking concepts is a plus.

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