Career Area:

Enterprise Cross Functional

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining 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't just 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.

Building Construction Products in Raleigh, North Carolina is seeking students currently enrolled in North Carolina State University, to work side by side with supply chain professionals at Caterpillar.

Interns are empowered with assignments that provide them with relevant work experience and significant opportunities for learning. In addition to this work, interns are encouraged to network with leaders and team members throughout the company to explore areas of Caterpillar outside of their assigned team.

Fall Supply Chain Co-Op Session: August 2025 - December 2025

This is a 40 hour per week assignment. Applicants will be considered for on-site co-ops at locations in Cary, Clayton, and Sanford.

Compensation and Benefits:

At Caterpillar, our internship pay rates are standardized and take into account the following factors: the number of completed semester credit hours and whether the internship is considered an engineering, technical, or non-technical role. For Graduate level opportunities, the pay rate is determined by the type of degree you are pursuing (Master’s or Doctorate) post receiving an undergraduate degree.

The total rewards package, beyond base salary includes:

Optional medical coverage
Optional voluntary benefits
Paid holidays

Those interested in joining the Supply Chain Co-Op must meet the following requirements for further consideration:

Must be enrolled full time at North Carolina State University in one of the following degree programs:

- Business Administration/Management with a focus/minor in Supply Chain, Statistics, Math or Logistics -Industrial Distribution - Industrial Engineering/Technology – Logistics - Operations Management - Supply Chain Management

Minimum 2.8/4.0 Cumulative GPA (no rounding)

Expected graduation date is May 2026  or beyond
If a transfer student, must have 12 semester hours completed at a 4-year university
Must be within commutable distance to Cary, Clayton, or Sanford, North Carolina (No more than 50 miles)
Must have reliable transportation

Top Candidates will also possess:

Leadership involvement in campus organizations, community service and/or extracurricular activities

Previous co-op, internship, or experience in a manufacturing, supply chain or operations industry
Relevant coursework and/or projects
Strong communication, teamwork, analytical and interpersonal skills
Ability to exhibit of critical thinking, analytical skills, and initiative

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website www.Caterpillar.com/careers.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are
encouraged to apply.

Summary Pay Range:

$25.00 - $43.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Annual incentive bonus plan*

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

401k savings plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Healthy Lifestyle Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

January 13, 2025 - May 1, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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