Oil and Gas Project Application Engineering Intern

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San Diego, CA, USA
In-Office
26-43 Hourly
Internship
Energy
The Role
A 12–16 week application engineering internship supporting gas sales and development activities at Solar Turbines. The intern will complete a challenging project, apply classroom knowledge to real-world engineering work, collaborate across departments, participate in training and networking, and receive mentorship. The role seeks an Economics student or recent graduate with strong communication, problem-solving, teamwork, judgment, and organizational skills, preferably with oil and gas or gas turbine experience.
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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.

Solar Turbines’ project application engineering intern positions are created to provide students with challenging projects that play a key role in supporting gas sales, as well as associated development activities. Under the guidance of mentors, students are given a meaningful work experience while gaining exposure to the entire corporate environment. This includes training courses, networking events, and facility tours, along with a challenging project assignment to complete that enables them the opportunity to apply classroom education to real work situations. This Internship is a 12-16 week program. 


Out of classroom Internship Opportunities: 


Interns will get the opportunity to join a Solar Turbine employee resource group, receive mentorship, engage in special events and luncheons with peers, hear from keynote speakers and much more. These openings will allow interns to benefit in the following ways:  


  • Network with other members in the employee resource groups. 
  • Opportunities to support other departments across business units. 
  • Have a voice to share ideas on topics that matter most in a free-flowing space. 
  • Get Inspired by those around you to take needed actions in your own community. 
  • Learn how to navigate the corporate workspace and excel in future endeavors. 
  • Exciting activities and lunches to enjoy with fellow interns creating lasting memories.  

Minimum Qualifications: 


  • Currently in the process of obtaining or recently graduated from a 4-year degree in Economics. 

Preferred Qualifications: 


  • Previous experience or internships in the Oil and Gas Industry
  • Ability to work well in a team environment, as well as individually 
  • Previous Internship experience with gas turbines
  • Problem solving skills 
  • High energy level and sense of urgency 
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in Indonesian
  • 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 
 

Summary Pay Range:

$26.00 - $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

 
 




Posting Dates:

November 3, 2026 - November 9, 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.

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Skills Required

  • Currently pursuing or recently graduated from a four-year degree in Economics
  • Previous experience or internship in the oil and gas industry
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
  • Previous internship experience with gas turbines
  • Problem-solving skills
  • High energy level and sense of urgency
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in Indonesian
  • Good business and technical judgment
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities and varied tasks
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The Company
HQ: San Diego, CA
5,640 Employees
Year Founded: 1927

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.

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