ThinkBIG Diesel Tech Internship — 2-Year Paid Path

Ohio Machinery Co.; Washington Township (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Hands-on experience

Job summary

Caterpillar ThinkBIG Program at Owens Community College in partnership with Ohio CAT offers a two-year paid internship that blends classroom learning with hands-on shop experience, preparing you for a diesel technician career. You’ll complete the Caterpillar curriculum, work under mentors, and progress to advanced tasks while maintaining a strong GPA and representing Ohio CAT on campus.

High school diploma or equivalent required; basic diesel knowledge or mechanical aptitude, good communication

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic diesel knowledge or mechanical aptitude.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.
• 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

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Caterpillar ThinkBIG Program at Owens Community College in partnership with Ohio CAT offers a two-year paid internship that blends classroom learning with hands-on shop experience, preparing you for a diesel technician career. You’ll complete the Caterpillar curriculum, work under mentors, and progress to advanced tasks while maintaining a strong GPA and representing Ohio CAT on campus.

High school diploma or equivalent required; basic diesel knowledge or mechanical aptitude, good communication