High School Intern - Welding Specialist

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.

What You Will Do:

As a Welding Specialist High School Intern, you will help set up, operate and adjust manual and/or automatic machines to perform fabrication operations such as arc welding, automatic welding, electron beam welding, hand brazing, etc. Candidates will also have the opportunity to learn and help with the Manufacturing Process by developing work instructions and support factory layout changes.

This position will start in the summer of 2024 with the expectations of working full time (40 hours per week) during the summer and will have the opportunity to work part time (10 to 20 hours per week) during the school year.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Orientation program/training
Job shadowing operators to get a better understanding of fabrication in manufacturing.
Help identify quality defects and follow the Built in Quality process to find the root cause of the issue.
Understand work instructions and control plans to better support manufacturing process changes.
Networking and social opportunities


What You Have (Basic Qualifications):
Candidate must currently be enrolled in High School going into their Junior or Senior year of school or will be graduating from High School at the end of this current school year.
Must be 16 years of age.
Must be willing and able to complete daily work commute to the Pontiac facility using reliable transportation.
Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork


What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Qualifications):
Ability to perform simple computer operations (Microsoft Office)
Awareness of Sort, Set, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain (5S), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), safety, and quality.


Additional Information:
This position is only for High School Students as part of Caterpillar Pontiac's Student Internship Program
This position will be in-person located at Caterpillar's Pontiac, IL facility.
Relocation is NOT available.


Final Details:

Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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:
April 12, 2024 - April 30, 2024

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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