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2027 Internship Turbomachinery Operations

Caterpillar


Job Location:

San Diego, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 26 - 43
Posted: 18 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 23 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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Job 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.

2027 Internship Turbomachinery Operations

The Turbomachinery Operations Internship involves working with various Manufacturing/Design Engineers

Shop Operations Personnel Tool Design and CAD/CAM groups to develop and execute cost effective stable

manufacturing processes that support a safe and quality conscience work environment.

Overview:

3-Month Program

Placement based on interests background and business need

Interns are assigned a mentor

Potential Placements:

Computer Numerical Control Programming

Advance Combustion Systems

Experimental Development

Tool Manufacturing

Turbine Rotor Manufacturing

Turbine Assembly & Test

Fuel Injector Assembly

Gear Manufacturing

Certified Machining and Assembly Milling Turning Grinding etc.

Additional responsibilities may include working with Engineering Professionals and New Technology

experiencing hands-on Engineering work participating in training classes: Lean Creo/PDM and more

touring local production facilities participating in departmental networking events presenting your

summer intern experience to Solar staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

Currently in the process of obtaining a 4 year or advanced degree in Manufacturing Technology

Manufacturing Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or other relevant degree.

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous co-operative/internship experience.

Problem solving skills.

High energy level and sense of urgency.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Good business / technical judgment. Ability to handle multiple priorities for a variety of tasks.

Compensation:

The hourly compensation for this role is $26.00-$43.00. Actual compensation will be determined by graduation year and degree type.

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 23 2026 - December 30 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.

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Required Experience:

Intern


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Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.

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