Career Area:

Students and Graduates

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. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Miami Lakes Learning Center Intern in Miami Lakes, FL as part of our Student Trainee Program.               

The Student Trainee Program allows students the opportunity to work at Caterpillar while going to school. At Caterpillar you will have global exposure and opportunities, deep employee and leadership development resources and a compelling career path to make it possible to have the flexibility and excitement of a diverse career without needing to "start over" at a new company. Even while building deep expertise in one function, our employees can experience different career opportunities by moving between our many business units, locations, and product lines.

Job Summary:

As the Miami Lakes Learning Center Intern at Caterpillar, you will be part of an engaged team focused on providing an exceptional customer experience to the learners who visit the learning center. The team has experienced service instructors and a support team. Interns will aid in meeting critical customer requirements in a safe, efficient manner. Interns will receive safety and general training to meet all job requirements.

This intern position aims to introduce you to various Caterpillar and Caterpillar dealer career opportunities and allow you to interact directly with the instructor and technician career programs. The intern will also observe what is required to run the learning center and manage a team to allow students to build professional skills.  All interns must have a positive school record, including attendance, the ability to work on a team, reliable transportation, a positive attitude and take responsibility for their safety practices.

Additional Info:

• Location: Miami Lakes, FL (United States)
• Work Schedule: Monday through Thursday, three hours a day
• Relocation Offered: None
• U.S Work Authorization Offered: None

Student Trainee Program Qualifications:

• Current junior or senior in high school within the Miami area Public Schools
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 (no rounding)
• Expected graduation date by May/June 2027
• Must be able to work 3 hours at least 4 days a week (Monday to Thursday)
• 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 will also have:

• Exposure to working as a team
• Well-developed problem-solving skills
• Self-starter with good time management

Besides exciting work, Interns will experience:

• Comprehensive internship orientation
• Facility tour
• Networking with leadership
• Business skill building
• Career discussion with leaders and experts
• Resume and interview orientation of job summary provided

Summary Pay Range:

$15.00 - $17.50

Intern Hour Rate:

An 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, may include if eligible:

• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Volunteer Day

• Housing Stipend 

• Relocation Assistance

• Medical coverage

• Voluntary benefits

Posting Dates:

February 20, 2026 - March 6, 2026

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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