Job Site Solutions Placement Student (12 Month Industrial Placement Scheme)

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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.

12 Month Industrial Placement Scheme

Discipline: Job Site Solutions

Location: Solihull

Salary: 24500 Share Scheme Pension Flexible working and 24 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).

We currently have some exciting opportunities for industrial placement students to join Caterpillar across several of our sites. You will have the opportunity to work with others across our organisation and you will be directly involved and at the heart of our business participating on strategic projects.

*Please note that in order to be eligible to complete a 12 Month Industrial Placement commencing July 2025 you must be in your penultimate year of study unless enrolled in an integrated masters program.

What do we do

Caterpillar Inc. is the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment diesel and natural gas engines industrial gas turbines and dieselelectric locomotives. Since 1925 weve been driving sustainable progress and helping customers build a better world through innovative products and services. Throughout the product life cycle we offer services built on cuttingedge technology and decades of product expertise. These products and services backed by our global dealer network provide exceptional value to help our customers succeed.

We have a clear vision to be the global leader in providing customer value in the markets in which we operate. Our core values (Integrity Excellence Teamwork Commitment and Sustainability) are key to our success.

Diversity at Caterpillar

When we leverage our peoples experiences backgrounds and cultures in an inclusive environment we enable every individual to achieve their full potential which drives business are proud to be active partners with both the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) & Womens Engineering Society (WES). We also have numerous well supported employee resource groups. Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

What experiences can we offer you

As an equal opportunity employer we value diversity at Caterpillar and believe the more experience you can gain early in your career the further you can go. Thats why during our yearlong scheme we place an emphasis on multiple diverse projects. You will have the opportunity to work and collaborate with people in Caterpillar facilities worldwide and we are looking for you to bring fresh innovative ideas to solve complex technical problems. You will be a fully involved team member with responsibility and accountability for key project deliverables. That said you will be given all the support you require to be successful.

Our placement roles have the additional benefit of a workplace mentor; this could be your manager or a technical expert who will support you throughout your time at Caterpillar and help you gain the professional development and skills you need to be set up for success! Our placement students can expect to return to university with further developed technical skills and experience of how University learning is applied to the workplace.

We also operate a conditional offer process; our highest performing placement students are fast tracked to our graduate development scheme. This includes a financial incentive and the potential of a summer work placement. Offers will be made based on the condition that a graduate role is available at the time of your graduation and that you achieve a min of 2:2.

You will experience the following during your placement:

• An opportunity to make the next step in your education more meaningful by providing practical onthejob learning in an international business environment

• Transform academic learning into business solutions while working on real projects

• Develop a personal network in the business world

• Experience a team concept that combines the skills and expertise of people from varied professional disciplines and backgrounds

• Be part of a challenging work environment where initiative and innovation is encouraged

• Work for a global leader

Job duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

This position is responsible for supporting the JSS Regional Operations Manager and Fleet Managers in execution and standardization of Service Delivery for dealer and customer contracts within Europe Africa Middle East and Eurasia.

• Communications coordination

• Administer and monitor Customer Contracts Reporting

• Custom reporting prepopulation and analysis

• Understanding and use of various Caterpillar on/off board technologies

• Salesforce coordination and standardization

• Attending Dealer/Customer meetings with Fleet Managers (online and in person)

• Actively participate in special projects

Who are we looking for

As the type of roles within our business are becoming more diverse we are looking for people who are open minded excellent problem solvers and who have an ability to learn quickly. You will be motivated hardworking and will embrace change. In return for your dedication and hard work you will be provided with excellent career opportunities and strong support for your personal and career development to pursue a career within Caterpillar.

• Applicants will be on target to achieve a minimum of 2:2 honours degree level in a relevant discipline IT Engineering Marketing Finance or Economics

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong customer focus and analytical skills

• Fluency in a European language would be an asset

• Software knowledge is required: Outlook Word MS Excel MS PowerPoint.

• Knowledge of IT Database Salesforce SAP Tableau (Dashboards) Power BI would be beneficial

Recruitment Process Guidelines:

Here is a brief overview of what you can expect when applying to our Early Career roles

Online Application: The first stage of the process is to complete the online application and attach your CV this must be done before the closing date of the role that youre applying for. Once we reach the close date we will begin reviewing all our applications this may take a little while and we will contact you as soon as possible to let you know if you have been successful in moving forward to the next stage.

Stage one Video Interview: If selected you will be invited to complete a userfriendly video interview which will then be reviewed by the Hiring this stage if you are successful you will be invited to attend an interview which we anticipate will be held midJune onsite at our Solihull facility. We would also recommend that you check your spam emails and your Workday account for updates.

Stage two Interview: The interview will look at a range of behaviours such as teamwork decisionmaking communication and problemsolving.

Stage three Offer: After the interview the Caterpillar team will review the feedback and extend offers to our preferred candidates we aim to do this as quickly as possible. Placement students will start on 7th July 2025. We look forward to receiving your application to join Caterpillar!

Come join us!

How do I apply

Go to for more information.

NOTE: Only one application is required please do not apply for multiple roles. You may be given the opportunity of being considered for other roles/locations at a later stage.

The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

Pending the number of applications the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

Click the apply button today and one of our friendly recruiters will be in touch.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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