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.

What You Will Do:

As a High School Intern – Engineering with Caterpillar in Pontiac, IL, you will be working with a team of engineering, quality, maintenance, and production professionals supporting some of Caterpillar’s world class fuel system 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.

Project scope and complexity will be adjusted to meet the capabilities of the intern. We would prefer an intern interested in pursuing a career in engineering, quality, or statistics. The intern needs strong computer skills with Microsoft Office type programs, and we will provide the training needed on other special software.

This position is expected to last from January - May with the expectations of working part-time (10 to 20 hours per week) during the school year, with the opportunity to work 40 hours per week during school breaks.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Utilize Microsoft Excel and Minitab Statistical Software to analyze data.
• Utilize Microsoft Word to update work instructions.
• Populate machine results documentation into Sharepoint system.
• Work with maintenance on implementing continuous improvement projects.
• Work with machine original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and Pontiac tool design on updating machine documentation.

Requirements:

• Candidate must currently be enrolled in High School as a Junior or Senior.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must be willing and able to complete daily work commute to the Pontiac facility using reliable transportation.
• Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
   

Additional Information:

• This is a part-time position.
• This position is only for High School Students as part of Caterpillar Pontiac’s Student Internship Program.
• This position is located in Pontiac, IL.
• 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.

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

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:

December 18, 2025 - January 1, 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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