2027 Summer Corporate Intern - Communications

Caterpillar; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holidays

Volunteer day

Housing stipend

Relocation assistance

Medical coverage

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Caterpillar seeks motivated communications interns for hands-on experience in internal and external communications, content creation, social media and project coordination. The role emphasizes strong writing, detail orientation, and eagerness to learn about communication strategies that support business goals and employee engagement.

Internship runs May 17, 2027 to August 6, 2027, with onsite work five days a week in Peoria, IL or Irving, TX.

Qualifications

• Strong writing/editing skills with AP style.
• Ability to track metrics and analyze communications impact.
• Excellent collaboration and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience creating content for multiple channels.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders and advise on communication approaches.
• Track and analyze metrics to measure campaign effectiveness.
• Plan and create content for internal/external channels with consistent messaging.
• Develop and distribute communications materials such as emails, presentations, and websites.

Skills

Measurement

Decision making

Interpersonal

Communicating impact

Multimedia tech

Education

GPA 3.0/4.0

Programs: Communications, PR, English, Journalism, Marketing

Tools

Microsoft 365

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 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 the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
• Communicating for Impact: Knowledge of the 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.

Locations:

Peoria, IL and Irving, TX.

The position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Intern Benefits:

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

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.

Posting Dates:

September 1, 2026 - October 29, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar Equal Opportunity Employer

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

Culture

There's more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.