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Career Area
Business Services
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.
About EPD
Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing back-up power to hospitals, providing emergency power when natural disasters strike, and supporting critical infrastructure for data centers, municipalities, and more. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, our team has world-class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands. We're committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers. Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations!
Job Summary
The Electric Power Division offers a unique part-time Summer Student Trainee experience for high school students seeking exposure to manufacturing operations. Students will rotate through assembly, wiring, mechanical tasks, and production support while learning how products are built and how operations function. The role may also include experience with administrative or business operations tasks that support daily production. This program provides hands-on learning, mentoring, and opportunities to explore future careers in production, technical fields, operations, or business support.
What You Will Do
Additional Information
At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of "essential job functions" as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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 over 100 years, we have 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.?
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 Hourly 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:
March 16, 2026 - April 5, 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.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .
If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com
Career Area
Business Services
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.
About EPD
Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing back-up power to hospitals, providing emergency power when natural disasters strike, and supporting critical infrastructure for data centers, municipalities, and more. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, our team has world-class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands. We're committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers. Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations!
Job Summary
The Electric Power Division offers a unique part-time Summer Student Trainee experience for high school students seeking exposure to manufacturing operations. Students will rotate through assembly, wiring, mechanical tasks, and production support while learning how products are built and how operations function. The role may also include experience with administrative or business operations tasks that support daily production. This program provides hands-on learning, mentoring, and opportunities to explore future careers in production, technical fields, operations, or business support.
What You Will Do
- Participate in workflows across assembly, wiring, mechanical, and production support areas to gain a broad understanding of manufacturing operations.
- Shadow experienced technicians and operations staff to learn hands-on production techniques, build processes, and shop-floor workflows.
- Assist with documenting standard work, maintaining production records, and supporting daily operational activities.
- Support basic mechanical or wiring tasks under supervision to build familiarity with technical aspects of production.
- Contribute to operational improvement activities, including workflow organization, inventory checks, or process documentation updates.
- Gain exposure to operations administration, including production scheduling, documentation control, and use of technical libraries or administrative systems (as applicable).
- Help the team prepare reports or data summaries related to production performance, safety observations, or process updates.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to understand the connection between shop-floor activities and business operations.
- Assist with small projects that support efficiency, communication, or organization within production or operations teams.
- Eligibility as a full-time high school junior or senior who is at least 16 years of age
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale
- An understanding of basic safety practices (with all safety gear provided)
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable transportation to and from the facility
- Completion of engineering, STEM, or technical coursework.
- Participation in extracurricular activities related to manufacturing, trades, or STEM.
- Enrollment in dual-credit, honors, or Advanced Placement courses.
- Interest or coursework in business, operations, or related fields.
- The ability to occasionally lift parts up to 20 lbs. individually or up to 50 lbs. with a team lift
- The ability to bend, reach, and squat while performing tasks
- The ability to wear required personal protective equipment for assigned tasks
- The ability to work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures
- The ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods while performing tasks
Additional Information
- Program Timeline: The program runs over the summer and will conclude before the start of the school year. Final dates will be provided by the recruiter after confirmation with school districts.
- Monday - Thursday, working approximately 30 (no more than 32) hours per week
- Relocation is NOT available for this position.
- Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of "essential job functions" as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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 over 100 years, we have 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.?
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 Hourly 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
March 16, 2026 - April 5, 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.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .
If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com
Salary : $15 - $18