What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026 Internship Turbomachinery Operations position at Solar Turbines?
Career Area:
Engineering
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.
The Turbomachinery Operations Internship involves working with various Manufacturing/Design Engineers, Shop Operations Personnel, Tool Design, and CAD/CAM groups to develop and execute cost effective, stable manufacturing processes that support a safe and quality conscience work environment.
Overview:
Minimum Qualifications:
Relocation is available for this position.
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:
October 23, 2025 - December 31, 2025
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.
Engineering
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.
The Turbomachinery Operations Internship involves working with various Manufacturing/Design Engineers, Shop Operations Personnel, Tool Design, and CAD/CAM groups to develop and execute cost effective, stable manufacturing processes that support a safe and quality conscience work environment.
Overview:
- ~ 3-Month Program
- Placement based on interests, background, and business need
- Interns are assigned a mentor
- Computer Numerical Control Programming
- Advance Combustion Systems
- Experimental Development
- Tool Manufacturing
- Turbine Rotor Manufacturing
- Turbine Assembly & Test
- Fuel Injector Assembly
- Gear Manufacturing
- Certified Machining and Assembly – Milling, Turning, Grinding, etc.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Currently in the process of obtaining a 4 year or advanced degree in Manufacturing Technology, Manufacturing, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering, or other relevant degree.
- Classified by your school as a Sophomore, Junior, Senior planning to attend graduate school, or currently attending graduate school.
- Overall GPA of at least 2.8 on a 4.0 scale.
- Previous co-operative/internship experience.
- Problem solving skills.
- High energy level and sense of urgency.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Good business / technical judgment.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities for a variety of tasks.
Relocation is available for this position.
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:
October 23, 2025 - December 31, 2025
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.