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.

​E4Life Program Qualifications

Seniors attending High School

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 (no rounding)

Expected Graduation Date of May/June 2025

Must be able to work 3 hours (8:30-11:30 am or 12-3pm) each day.  

Candidate 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 must have:

Exposure to working in a school laboratory environment

Well-developed problem solving skills

Self-starter with good time management

Excellent planning, organizational and multi-tasking skills required

Must be team-oriented and willing to adapt to change

What you will do:

Leveraging a variety of analytical and wet chemistry techniques to process oil, fuel, and coolant samples from all heavy equipment manufacturers across the globe.

Adhering to all quality assurance and safety standards.

Daily tasks may include the following: Sample Prep and Handling (receipt to disposal), Material Inspection, Data review and LIMS transfer, Viscosity Analysis, FTIR Analysis, Gas Chromatography, Titrations, ICP Analysis, Instrument Troubleshooting, Preparation of Reagents and standards, Daily Instrument Validation

Besides exciting work, Interns will experience:

Comprehensive internship orientation

Tours of state-of-the-art manufacturing and research facilities

Product Demonstrations

Various social events

Networking with leadership

Intern roundtable discussions

Business skill building

Career discussion with leaders and experts

Resume and Interview Workshop

Summary Pay Range:

$15.00 - $17.50

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:

Annual incentive bonus plan*

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

401k savings plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Healthy Lifestyle Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

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:

February 12, 2025 - February 18, 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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