Mining Onboard Specialist - Early Career

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global machinery manufacturer is seeking supply chain interns for a 12-week program located in British Columbia, Canada. This role provides exceptional hands-on project experience alongside supply chain professionals, fostering both personal and professional growth through networking and skill development. Candidates must be enrolled in a relevant 4-year degree with at least a 2.8 GPA and are required to work on-site five days a week. Interns will enjoy benefits like paid time off and a housing stipend.

Benefits

Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Housing Stipend

Relocation Assistance

Medical coverage

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled full-time in a relevant degree program at the time of application.
• 30 completed semester hours before the start of the internship.
• Ability to relocate for the internship duration.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and maintain supply chain processes.
• Implement improvements for logistics efficiency.
• Participate in product demand analyses.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Project management

Education

Enrolled in a 4-year university/college

Minimum 2.8 GPA

Job description

Career Area

Students and Graduates

Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team that cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who create 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 where we live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

About the Role

Caterpillar's Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Order-to-Delivery (MSOD) Intern program seeks students currently enrolled in a four‑year university to work alongside supply chain professionals to learn and apply themselves to project work within their teams.

Interns will have assignments that provide them with experience and significant learning opportunities. In addition to this work, interns can network with management throughout the company to learn about Caterpillar areas outside their assigned team. Students deepen their business skills in their assignments through team and business partner interactions, develop their skills, conduct presentations, and measure their success through the performance and evaluation process.

What You Will Do

You'll join a team with diverse project responsibilities and have valuable networking opportunities with all levels of Caterpillar employees. The internship is a 40‑hour‑per‑week assignment lasting 12 weeks.

• Supply Chain: Analyze and maintain assigned processes that produce output excellence, build expertise for the assigned process area, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Logistics: Continuous improvements for logistics processes to maximize efficiency and productivity, evaluate logistics processes and workflows, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions for process‑related concerns.
• Planning, Demand, & Orders: Participate in analyses to support businesses, determine sales and product demand supporting the sales and operations process, and ensure availability of inventory for assigned products.

What You Have – Skills and Experiences

• Analytical skills, initiating ideas, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking capabilities.
• Organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ability to quickly gain and effectively apply new skills & knowledge.
• Success in collaborating with others of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Participate in and build on our inclusive, constructive, and productive work environment.
• Ensure all team members' contributions are recognized and valued.

Internship Program Qualifications

• Must be enrolled full‑time in a 4‑year university/college in a relevant degree program (Business Administration/Management with a focus/minor in Supply Chain, Statistics, Math, Logistics, Industrial Distribution, Industrial Engineering/Technology, Management Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, or other relevant degrees) at the time of application and throughout the program.
• Must have 30 completed semester hours before the start of the internship.
• If a transfer student, must have 12 semester hours completed at a 4‑year university.
• Minimum 2.8/4.0 cumulative GPA (no rounding) at current institution.
• Must be able to relocate to the indicated work location for the duration of the internship and complete daily work commute using reliable transportation.

Top candidates can also have:

• Project or Team Leadership experience.
• Previous internship, co‑op, or research/relevant experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Additional Information

• Please attach your resume and an unofficial copy of your transcript to your application.
• Applicants will be considered for positions throughout the United States.
• Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
• Relocation is available to those that qualify.
• This position requires working onsite five days a week.
• Besides exciting work, Corporate Interns will experience: comprehensive internship orientation, tours of state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing and research facilities, product demonstration, mentorship programs, various social events, networking with leadership, business skill building, and career discussion with leaders and experts.

Intern Benefits

• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Day
• Housing Stipend
• Relocation Assistance
• Medical coverage
• Voluntary benefits

Posting Dates

December 3, 2025 - March 30, 2026

E‑EO Statement

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

Notes

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