Lafayette Engine Center Internship Program - Manufacturing, Supply Chain, & Order to Delivery

Caterpillar Inc.; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Relocation assistance

Medical coverage

PTO

Paid holidays

Paid volunteer day

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is offering a summer internship program at the Lafayette Large Engine Center for students pursuing a four-year degree. Interns will work full-time during May 2027, transitioning to part-time during the academic year, with opportunities to continue until graduation.

Roles span Manufacturing Engineering, Facilities Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain Planning. Applicants should be enrolled in a 4-year program, maintain a 2.8 GPA, and have completed at least 30 hours

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled full-time at a 4-year university/college in one of the listed degree programs.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8/4.0 (no rounding).
• Must have completed 30 semester hours prior to start; 12 hours for transfers.
• Graduation date must be May 2027 or later.
• Daily commuting to Lafayette Large Engine Center required for the duration of internship.

Responsibilities

• Support Manufacturing Engineering, Facilities Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain Planning projects.
• Collaborate with diverse teams and cultures to complete assignments.
• Manage multiple projects and quickly apply new skills and knowledge.
• Communicate effectively in written and verbal form.
• Contribute to an inclusive, constructive, and productive work environment.
• Ensure team contributions are recognized and valued.

Skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Multitasking

Written and verbal communication

Inclusive work environment

Recognizing contributions

Education

Enrollment in a 4-year university in majors such as Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Systems Management, Business Administration/Management with Supply Chain focus, Statistics, Math, Finance, CS, Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, or related fields

Job description

Career Area:

Students and Graduates

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’rejoining 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’tjust 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.

About The Program:

The Caterpillar Lafayette Large Engine Center (LEC) is seeking students currently enrolled in a four-year university to work side by side with manufacturing and supply chain professionals at Caterpillar. Interns are empowered with assignments that provide them with relevant work experience and significant opportunities for learning.

This internship program will start in May of 2027 working full-time (40 hours per week) during the summer and then will transition to a part-time (10 to 20 hours per week) assignment during the academic school year. The position may start prior to May 2027 with the agreement of candidate and hiring manager. This position has the opportunity to continue until graduation!

What You Will Do:

• Manufacturing Engineering
• Facilities Engineering
• Operations
• Quality
• Supply Chain Planning

What You Have – Skills & Experiences:

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

Internship Program Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled full-time at a 4-year university/college in one of the following degree programs: Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Systems Management, Business Administration/Management with a focus/minor in Supply Chain, Statistics, Math or Logistics, Finance, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management, General Engineering, Industrial Distribution, Industrial Engineering/Technology, Logistics, Management Information Systems, Manufacturing Engineering/Technology, Manufacturing Systems, Materials Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering/Technology, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or Technical Systems Management
• Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.8/4.0 scale (no rounding) at current institution
• Must have completed 30 semester hours prior to start of internship. If a transfer student, must have 12 semester hours completed at a 4-year university
• Graduation date must be May 2027 and beyond
• Must be able to complete a daily work commute to the Lafayette Large Engine Center using reliable transportation throughout the entirety of the internship

Top candidates will also have:

• Leadership involvement in campus organizations, community service and/or extracurricular activities
• Previous technical internship, co-op, or research/relevant experience

Additional Information:

• Please attach your resume and an unofficial copy of your transcript to your application
• This is a part-time, temporary position
• Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
• Relocation is NOT available for this position
• All internship positions within this program are located in Lafayette, Indiana
• This position requires the candidate to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office.

What You Will Get:

• Comprehensive internship orientation
• Product demonstrations
• Mentoring
• Networking with management
• Business skill building
• Career discussion with management and experts
• Paid holidays throughout the summer session(s)

Final Details:

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

Summary Pay Range:

$25.00 - $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:

• 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.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

September 8, 2026 - October 30, 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.