Internship – Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Order to Delivery

Caterpillar Inc.

Caterpillar manufacturing and supply chain intern supporting engineering, operations, quality, and planning projects. Combining summer full-time work with academic-year part-time onsite assignments.

Posted 9/8/2026part-timeLafayette • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $25 - $43 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication while collaborating in diverse teams. Capable of managing multiple projects and quickly adapting to new skills in manufacturing and supply chain environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingManufacturing EngineeringSupply Chain ManagementStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Manufacturing EngineeringSupply Chain ManagementOperations ManagementLogisticsStatisticsMathematicsChemical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringComputer ScienceIndustrial Engineering

Soft Skills

CollaborationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsCritical ThinkingInitiating Ideas

Industry Keywords

Diverse Project ResponsibilitiesQualityFacilities EngineeringTechnical Systems ManagementGeneral EngineeringIndustrial DistributionManufacturing SystemsMaterials Science EngineeringEngineering ManagementBusiness Administration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work side by side with manufacturing and supply chain professionals at Caterpillar
Complete assignments providing relevant work experience and learning opportunities
Contribute to diverse project responsibilities within the Lafayette Large Engine Center internship program
Build technical abilities in manufacturing engineering, facilities engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain planning
Participate in networking opportunities with Caterpillar employees at all levels
Participate in and build an inclusive, constructive, and productive work environment
Ensure team members’ contributions are recognized and valued
Work full-time, 40 hours per week, during summer sessions
Transition to part-time, 10–20 hours per week, during the academic school year
Work a 5-day-a-week schedule onsite in the office

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled full-time at a 4-year university/college in an eligible degree program
Eligible degree programs include 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 GPA of 2.8/4.0 scale (no rounding) at current institution
Must have completed 30 semester hours prior to start of internship
Transfer students must have 12 semester hours completed at a 4-year university
Graduation date must be May 2027 and beyond
Able to complete a daily work commute to the Lafayette Large Engine Center using reliable transportation throughout the internship
Analytical skills, initiating ideas, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities
Ability to work constructively and collaboratively with people of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and abilities
Ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously and quickly gain and apply new skills and knowledge
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Must attach a resume and unofficial transcript
Sponsorship is not available
Must successfully complete a drug screen

Benefits

Comp & perks

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