Career Area:

Enterprise Cross Functional

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.

At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented, bright and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive.

As a Mechanical Lab Intern at Caterpillar, you will be part of an engaged team of Technicians that documents repair processes for all Caterpillar equipment. Our technicians create repair procedures that show Dealer Technicians how to complete repairs in a safe, efficient manner. Interns will aid in developing and validating these disassembly and assembly procedures. Working safely and possessing mechanical aptitude will be very important for these positions. Interns will learn tooling, machine identification, crane operation, and shop safety.

 

These intern positions aim to create a pipeline of talent for a career as a Heavy Equipment Technician for Caterpillar Dealers. Progressing interns into the ThinkBig program at ICC is also a goal. It will be a requirement for all interns to have a positive school record, including attendance, the ability to work on a team, reliable transportation, and a positive attitude.

 

E4Life Program Qualifications:

• Seniors attending HS within the Peoria Public Schools

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 (no rounding)

• Expected Graduation Date of May/June 2025

• Must be able to work 3 hours (8:30-11:30 am) each day

 

Candidate must be:

• Safety & quality focused

• Able to think through and diagnose an issue and offer potential solutions 

• Willing to learn and be flexible on the job

• Able to lift 50 lbs

• Familiar with programs such as Microsoft, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint

 

Top candidates must have:

• Mechanical Aptitude

• Exposure to Caterpillar products

• Exposure to fixing or repairing engines

• Self-starter with good time management

• Excellent planning & organizational skills required

• Must be team-oriented and willing to adapt to change

 

Besides exciting work, Interns will experience:

• Comprehensive internship orientation

• Tours of state-of-the-art manufacturing and research facilities

• Product Demonstrations

• Various social events

• Networking with leadership

• Intern roundtable discussions

• Business skill building

• Career discussion with leaders and experts

• Resume and Interview Workshop

Caterpillar 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.

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:

August 30, 2024 - September 5, 2024

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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