2027 Summer Corporate Intern - Environmental, Health and Safety

Career Area: Students and Graduates 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.

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.

About the Role

Caterpillar's Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Intern program seeks students currently enrolled in a four-year university to work alongside EHS professionals to learn and apply themselves to project work within their teams. Interns will have exciting assignments that offer valuable experience and great learning opportunities. Besides their work, interns can connect with professionals across the company to explore different Caterpillar areas beyond their assigned team. Students can enhance their business skills through team and business partner interactions, develop their abilities, give presentations, and build connections with EHS peers and leaders.

What You Will Do

You’ll join a team with diverse project responsibilities and have valuable networking opportunities with all levels of Caterpillar employees. The internship is a 40-hour-per-week assignment lasting 12 weeks. You’ll join a team with diverse project responsibilities and have experiences including (but not limited to): Safety and environmental culture initiatives

Development of proactive programs

Delivery of EHS learning to assist our facilities worldwide

Trend analysis of global environmental or safety data in line with our Sustainability Goals

What You Have – Skills and Experiences

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute your unique skills and experiences. Below are some of the most critical skills. Analytical skills, initiating ideas, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities

Organize and manage projects simultaneously, ability to quickly gain and effectively apply new skills & knowledge

Success in collaborating with others of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and abilities

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Internship Program Qualifications: Currently pursuing an accredited Bachelors or Master’s degree in one of the following degree programs:  Occupational and Environmental Health Sciences, Environmental and Ecological Engineering, Environmental and Natural Resources Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources and Environmental Science or related Environmental Health and Safety discipline at the time of applying. Selected candidates must obtain their degree before they start.

Must have 30 completed semester hours before the start of the internship.

If a transfer student must have 12 semester hours completed at a 4-year university

Minimum 2.8/4.0 Cumulative Grade Point Average (no rounding) at current institution

Must be able to relocate to indicated work location for the duration of the internship and complete daily work commute using reliable transportation.

Top candidates can also have: Project or Team Leadership experience

Previous internship, co-op, or research/relevant experience

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Additional Information: Please attach your resume and an unofficial copy of your transcript to your application.

Applicants will be considered for positions throughout the United States.

Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

These positions will be throughout the United States. Locations include, but are not limited to: Central Illinois, Sequin Texas, and Lafayette IN

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Besides exciting work, Corporate Interns will experience: Comprehensive internship orientation

Tours of state-of-the-art manufacturing and research facilities

Product Demonstration

Mentorship Programs

Various social events

Networking with leadership

Business skill building

Career discussion with leaders and experts

Summary Pay Range:

$22.50 - $40.25 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: The total rewards package, beyond base salary, may include if eligible: 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.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Posting Dates: July 1, 2026 - February 28, 2027 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.

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