2027 SUMMER CORPORATE INTERN – COMMUNICATIONS

Caterpillar Inc; Ina (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Relocation assistance

Medical coverage

Paid holidays

Paid volunteer day

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking motivated communications interns to gain hands-on experience in internal and external communications, content creation, social media, and project coordination.

The role collaborates with our communications team to craft messages and support campaigns, enhancing employee and stakeholder engagement. The program runs May 17, 2027 – August 6, 2027, with on-site work five days a week at Peoria, IL or Irving, TX.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of measurement techniques to improve quality and quantity of work.
• Understand decision‑making processes and tools; analyze situations to make informed judgments.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse groups in a constructive manner.
• Apply communication theories to influence audiences across channels.
• Know multimedia publishing tech to produce publications.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders and advise on suitable communication approaches.
• Track and analyze metrics to measure campaign effectiveness.
• Plan and create content for internal and external channels with consistent messaging.
• Develop and distribute materials (written, presentations, websites) to deliver key messages.

Skills

Effectiveness measurement

Decision making

Interpersonal relationships

Communicating for impact

Multimedia technologies

Education

Communications, Public Relations, English, Journalism, or Marketing

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Career Area:

Students and Graduates

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 Summary:

We are seeking motivated and creative communications interns to join our team. This internship offers hands‑on experience in internal and external communications, content creation, social media, and project coordination. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, detail‑oriented and eager to learn about communication strategies that support business goals. The role will work closely with our communications team to craft compelling messages, support campaigns, and enhance employee and stakeholder engagement.

Session Dates:

May 17, 2027 – August 6, 2027

What You Will Do:

• Collaborate with stakeholders and advise on the suitability of communication approaches.
• Track and analyze metrics to measure the effectiveness of communications campaigns and tactics.
• Assist in the planning and creation of content for internal and external communication channels, ensuring that messaging and branding are consistent across all channels.
• Develop and distribute communications materials, such as written communications, presentation materials, and websites, to deliver key messages.

What You Have – Skills and Experiences:

• Effectiveness Measurement: Knowledge of effective measurement techniques and ability to measure the quality and quantity of work effort for the purpose of improvement.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision‑making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
• Communicating for Impact: Knowledge of concepts, tools, and techniques for effective listening and communicating; ability to apply these theories to receive, transmit, and accurately interpret information and ideas to influence others in various situations.
• Multimedia Technologies: Knowledge of multimedia publishing technologies and procedures; ability to use installed audio, visual, and animation software tools to produce multimedia publications.

Internship Program Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a full‑time, four‑year accredited college or university or graduate school in one of the following degree programs: Communications, Public Relations, English, Journalism, or Marketing at the time of application and throughout the program.
• Minimum 3.0/4.0 Cumulative GPA (no rounding).
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools: Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, etc.

Top candidates will also have:

• Ability to write and edit content for various channels (emails, newsletters, websites, etc.) following AP style.
• Natural collaborator with outstanding interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Strong initiative, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in delivering compelling presentations.
• Exceptionally organized with keen attention to detail.

Additional Information:

• Applicants will be considered for positions throughout the United States.
• Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
• Locations: Peoria, IL and Irving, TX.
• The 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
• Career discussion with leaders and experts

Summary Pay Range:

$21.00 – $37.50

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:

September 1, 2026 – October 29, 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.

Locations:

PEORIA, ILLINOIS / IRVING, TEXAS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA