Diesel Technician Internship: ThinkBIG 2027-2029

Ohio Machinery Co.; Broadview Heights (OH); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio CAT and Owens Community College invite students to join the Caterpillar ThinkBIG Program, a two-year paid internship that blends classroom study with shop experience. Gain hands-on diesel repair and maintenance skills while earning your degree.

You will train under experienced mentors, complete the Caterpillar curriculum, and graduate prepared for a high-demand diesel technician career, with opportunities to grow professionally.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required before program start.
• Basic diesel knowledge or mechanical aptitude.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and use necessary equipment.
• Comfortable using computers and diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Complete the Caterpillar curriculum at Owens Community College.
• Maintain a strong GPA and graduate successfully.
• Represent Ohio CAT professionally on campus.
• Train under experienced mentors in the shop.
• Perform real-world diesel repair and maintenance tasks.
• Progress to more advanced assignments over time.

Skills

Diesel knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Computer/diagnostic tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Ohio CAT and Owens Community College invite students to join the Caterpillar ThinkBIG Program, a two-year paid internship that blends classroom study with shop experience. Gain hands-on diesel repair and maintenance skills while earning your degree.

You will train under experienced mentors, complete the Caterpillar curriculum, and graduate prepared for a high-demand diesel technician career, with opportunities to grow professionally.