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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.
Overhaul Internship positions are designed to provide students with challenging projects that play a key role in supporting gas turbine product and development activities. Under the guidance of a mentor, interns are given a meaningful work experience, a project assignment to complete, and the opportunity to apply classroom education to real work situations. Typical intern projects provide the opportunity to analyze and develop turbomachinery assembly documentation and work instructions and detailed part repairs in support of a variety of gas turbine product lines.
Additional responsibilities may include test performance and data analysis, materials research and analysis, engine assembly support, research and analysis of design changes for product improvements, manufacturing support, design tools for conformance with specifications in the areas of reliability, performance, cost, serviceability and manufacturability.
Possible Internship placements within Overhaul are based on business need and may include:
Mechanical Engineer
Additional responsibilities may include test performance and data analysis, materials research and analysis, engine assembly support research and analysis of design changes for product improvements, manufacturing support, design tools for conformance with specifications in the areas of reliability, performance, cost, serviceability, and manufacturability.
Quality Engineer
Opportunity to analyze and develop process documentation, work instructions, and corrective or preventative actions to manufacturing issues in support of a variety of gas turbine product lines.
Additional responsibilities may include test performance and data analysis, collection and analyzing of process data, failure investigation and analysis, and metrics creation for tracking progress.
Tooling Engineering
Opportunity to design and improve tooling solutions that enhance safety, manufacturing quality, and production efficiency. In this hands-on role, you will support shop floor operations by developing, modifying, and troubleshooting tooling and fixtures, while collaborating with manufacturing, quality, and safety teams to solve real-world production challenges.
Additional responsibilities may include developing inspection standards and maintenance procedures and contributing to shipping equipment requirements and repair processes to ensure continuous product flow.
Test Engineer
Opportunity to analyze and develop turbomachinery assembly, documentation, work instructions, and detailed part repairs in support of a variety of gas turbine product lines.
Additional responsibilities may include test performance and data analysis, materials research and analysis, engine assembly support, research, and analysis of design changes for product improvements, manufacturing support, design tools for conformance with specifications in the areas of reliability, performance, cost, serviceability, and manufacturability.
Minimum Qualifications:
Currently in the process of obtaining a 4 year or advanced degree in Engineering, Science, Technology, Business, 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous co-op or 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.
Summary Pay Range:
$26.00 - $43.00
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
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Relocation is available for this position.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
July 16, 2026 - July 21, 2026Any 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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Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a 4-year or advanced degree in Engineering, Science, Technology, Business, or relevant field.
- Classified by 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.
- Ability to work onsite five days a week.
- Successful completion of a drug screen as a condition of employment.
- Previous co-op or internship experience.
- Problem solving skills.
- High energy level and sense of urgency.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Good business and technical judgment.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks.
What We Do
Solar Turbines provides gas turbine packages and services for oil and gas and power generation industries, including gas compressor restage and overhaul, service parts, gas turbine overhaul, machinery management, technical training, modular solutions, and microgrid energy storage solutions.
