Engineering Intern – Product Development Track

Caterpillar Inc.

Engineering Intern at Caterpillar involved in product development and engineering projects. Collaborating with teams and gaining substantial experience in various engineering disciplines.

Posted 7/2/2026internshipPeoria • Illinois, Minnesota, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $25 - $43 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Join a team with diverse project responsibilities and valuable networking opportunities.
Work on project work alongside engineering professionals.
Engage in hands-on projects involving product design, simulation, controls development, electronic components, and software validation.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Enrolled full-time in a 4-year university/college pursuing an ABET accredited degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Agricultural or Aerospace Engineering; Engineering Technology; or similar technical based programs.
Completed at least 24 semester hours from current institution before the start of the internship.
Minimum 3.0/4.0 cumulative grade point average at time of application from current institution.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringComputer EngineeringAgricultural EngineeringAerospace EngineeringEngineering TechnologyProject WorkControls DevelopmentSoftware ValidationProduct Design