Gas Turbine Overhaul Engineer Intern — Impact

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.

Engineering and Technical Development

Overhaul Internship positions are designed to provide students with challenging projects that play a key role in supporting gas turbine product and development activities. Under the guidance of a mentor, interns are given a meaningful work experience, a project assignment to complete, and the opportunity to apply classroom education to real work situations. Typical intern projects provide the opportunity to analyze and develop turbo machinery assembly documentation and work instructions and detailed part repairs in support of a variety of gas turbine product lines.

• Mechanical Engineer – Opportunity to analyze and develop turbo machinery assembly documentation, work instructions, and detailed part repairs in support of a variety of gas turbine product lines.
• Quality Engineer – Opportunity to analyze and develop process documentation, work instructions, and corrective or preventative actions to manufacturing issues in support of a variety of gas turbine product lines.
• Tooling Engineering – Opportunity to design and improve tooling solutions that enhance safety, manufacturing quality, and production efficiency. In this hands‑on role, you will support shop floor operations by developing, modifying, and troubleshooting tooling and fixtures while collaborating with manufacturing, quality, and safety teams to solve real‑world production challenges.
• Test Engineer – Opportunity to analyze and develop turbo machinery assembly documentation, work instructions, and detailed part repairs in support of a variety of gas turbine product lines.

• Test performance and data analysis
• Materials research and analysis
• Engine assembly support
• Research and analysis of design changes for product improvements
• Manufacturing support and design tools for conformance with specifications in the areas of reliability, performance, cost, serviceability, and manufacturability
• Collection and analysis of process data, failure investigation, and metrics creation for tracking progress
• Developing inspection standards, maintenance procedures, and shipping equipment requirements to ensure continuous product flow

• Currently in the process of obtaining a 4-year or advanced degree in Engineering, Science, Technology, Business, or a related field.
• Classified by your school as a Sophomore, Junior, Senior, planning to attend graduate school, or currently attending graduate school.
• Overall GPA of at least 2.8 on a 4.0 scale.

• Previous co‑op or internship experience.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• High energy level and sense of urgency.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good business and technical judgment.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities for a variety of tasks.

$26.00 – $43.00

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.

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

This position requires working on site five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

July 16, 2026 – July 21, 2026

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.