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Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

What You Will Do:

As a Part-Time Intern – Engineering at Caterpillar’s Pontiac facility, you will be working with a team of engineering, quality, maintenance, and production professionals supporting some of Caterpillar’s world class Fuel System and Aftertreatment components. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a team making improvements in safety, quality, velocity and cost while you gain valuable experience and grow your skills and knowledge.

This position is located in Pontiac, IL with an anticipated start date of late spring or early summer 2025 with the opportunity to continue through the 2025-2026 school year. Part-time hours (10 to 15 hours per week) would be expected during the school year with full-time working hours (40 hours per week) during the summer. Job duties/responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Utilize Microsoft Excel and Minitab Statistical Software to analyze data.

• Utilize Microsoft Word update work instructions and Microsoft Power Point to develop presentations.

• Populate machine results documentation into Sharepoint system.

• Work with operations and engineering to implement continuous improvement projects using 6-Sigma tools.

• Work with operations and manufacturing engineering for new equipment implementation.

• Work with machine original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and Pontiac tool design on updating machine documentation.

What You Have:

Skills and Experiences : In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute your unique skills and experience. Below are some of the most critical skills:

• Manufacturing Processes: Basic understanding of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies, and processes.

• Experience with AutoCAD and blueprint reading.

• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Internship Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled full-time at a 2-year or 4-year college/university.

• Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0/4.0 scale (no rounding) at current institution.

• Must be within a commutable distance to the Pontiac, IL facility.

• Expected graduation date of 2026 and beyond.

Top Candidates May Also Have:

• Currently or interested in pursuing a career in engineering, quality, or statistics.

• Leadership involvement in campus organizations, community service and/or extracurricular activities.

• Business and or technical internship, co-op, or research/relevant experience.

• Strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

• Shop floor experience.

Additional Information:

• Start date for this position will be late spring or early summer 2025.

• Please attach your resume and an unofficial copy of your transcript to your application.

• This position is located on-site at Caterpillar’s Pontiac, IL facility.

• Relocation is not available for this position.

• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

What You Will Get:

Intern Hourly Rate: The intern’s hourly rate is based on the major/degree being pursued and the number of completed academic hours achieved before the start of the internship.

Intern Benefits: The total rewards package, beyond base salary includes:

• Paid holidays.

• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO).

• Paid Volunteer Day.

• Optional medical coverage.

• Optional voluntary benefits.

Final Details:

Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.

About Caterpillar:

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary Pay Range:

$25.00 - $43.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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