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.

Job Title: Part-Time Intern - Engineering

What You Will Do:
As a Full-Time Research and Experimental Mechanic Intern at Caterpillar Inc., you will continuously improve process efficiency by performing the assembling, fitting, and adjusting and/or dismantling required in the construction or disassembly of experimental engines. Individuals will work on experimental, pre-production, post production and legacy engines that range in size from 4.0L to 340L.

This is a full-time position (up to 40 hours per week) for 10 weeks during the fall and 10 weeks in the spring and will have the opportunity to continue part-time (10 to 15 hours per week) during the school semesters. This position can continue up until graduation.

Job duties/responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Engineering theory and design
• Work from Pro-E models, VisView models, blueprints and verbal instructions
• Assist install builds in various stages on both gaseous fuel and diesel type engines
• Fitting for cooling, air, hydraulic connections, and wiring harnesses for adaptation of the test device to the test machine
• Installing necessary test leads, thermocouples, cylinder pressure pick-up gauges, and instrumented test components as required performing the test
• Perform adjustments on valve train, gear train, fuel system, cooling system, and oil system
• Assembly of entire unit of a new design or the buildup of subassemblies
• Aid in the fabrication of intake and exhaust piping, instrumented fuel and cooling lines, and modified wiring harnesses
• Incorporating improvements and developments in present production models
• Evaluate and determine reusability of engine hardware during engine builds
• Uses various precision gauging tools to check accuracy of assembly and fitting operations.
• Plans method and sequence of assembly
• Install and remove engines from a testing cell
• Uses all common mechanic's hand tools, portable power tools, power presses, simple machines tools, and powered crane to assemble parts into complete unit, making alterations and hand fitting parts when necessary
• Makes suggestions concerning methods of overcoming difficulties encountered in assembly/disassembly and reasons for parts failure
• Initiate possible changes in design to correct failure, and any other pertinent criticisms or data gained while performing assembly/disassembly or dismantling or construction

What You Have:
Skills and Experiences: In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute your unique skills and experience. Below are some of the most critical skills:

• Mechanical aptitude
• Testing/Troubleshooting
• Attention to detail

Internship Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in Disel focused training program geographically local to Central Illinois.
• Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.5/4.0 scale (no rounding) at current institution
• Must be within a commutable distance to the Mossville, IL facility
• Expected graduation date of Summer 2026 and beyond

Top Candidates will also have:

• Tenacious desire to closely adhere to all safety regulations and policies, as well as robust incident prevention skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to think critically in difficult situations with minimal support or instruction.
• Strong internal drive to succeed, combined with impeccable personal integrity and unflappable accountability for results.

Additional Information:

• Position will begin in the fall of 2025
• Shift: 1st shift; Hours 7:00AM - 3:30PM Monday through Friday.
• Please attach your resume and an unofficial copy of your transcript to your application.
• This position is located on-site at Caterpillar’s Mossville, IL facility in Tech Center Building L.
• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

What You Will Get:
Intern Hourly Rate: The 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 includes:
Paid holidays
Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Volunteer Day
Optional medical coverage
Optional voluntary benefits

Summary Pay Range:

$25.00 - $43.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

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:

April 15, 2025 - April 29, 2025

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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