2026 Finance Foundation Program
2026 Finance Foundation Program
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Students and GraduatesJob Description:
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.
About Cat Financial
Cat Financial is a subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment off-highway diesel and natural gas engines industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For more than 40 years Cat Financial has provided a wide range of financing solutions to customers and Cat dealers for machines engines Solar gas turbines genuine Cat parts and services. Headquartered in Nashville Tennessee Cat Financial serves customers globally with offices and subsidiaries located throughout North and South America Asia Australia Europe and Africa. Visit to learn more about Cat Financial.
Finance Foundation Program
Job Description
The Finance Foundation Program (FFP) is a leadership development program that provides exposure to different areas of Caterpillar Financials core business the Financial Products Division (FPD). Participants receive a high degree of management focus and deliberate assignment placement during their four years in the program is ideal for those building foundational skills in this field generally within the first 0-2 years of their career.
Program participants will partake in four 1-year intentional placements including assignments in customer-facing origination credit and specialty roles. These assignments include but are not limited to: Credit Customer Accounts/Relations Insurance Lease Services Sales Support and Treasury. The objective of this program is to provide broad business experience so participants can take on future leadership senior or field sales roles with the company.
What to expect during this 4-year program:
Four 1-year intentional placements throughout our core business
Gain an understanding of multiple Cat Financial business units
High visibility with senior leadership
Leadership development courses
Formal mentorship programs
Leadership networking and volunteer opportunities
Corporate responsibility initiatives
Enjoy life in Nashville
Upon program completion graduates begin managing their own careers
*The rotations and timing are subject to vary based on the needs of the business.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Required Qualifications:
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale at the time of application. Must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA through graduation
Degree must be completed by hire date
Domestic Mobility
Authorized to work in U.S.
Desired Qualifications:
Ability to work independently as well as with other employees and customers
Knowledge of and ability to apply statistical analysis skills to measure analyze and improve service
Ability to utilize office software systems and prepare documents reports spreadsheets and graphics
Strong communication leadership and teamwork skills
Bi-lingual skills a plus
Additional Information:
Relocation is available to those that qualify.
Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
Program Start Date: July 2026.
Compensation & Benefits:
Base Salary for this role ranges from $79800.00 - $131280.00. 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. Total rewards package beyond base salary included:
Annual Incentive bonus plan
Medical dental and vision coverage starting day 1
Paid time off plan (Vacation Holiday Volunteer Etc.)
401(k) Savings Plan including company match
Health Savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short and long-term disability coverage
Life Insurance
Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits
Career Development
* Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.
This position requires working onsite five days a week.Relocation is available for this position.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 Dates:August 22 2025 - October 31 2025Any 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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Employment Type
Full Time
