E4L Student Trainee

Career Area:

Business Services

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.

Hear about the Caterpillar Experience for yourself

Role Definition

The E4L Student Trainee Program allows students the opportunity to work at Caterpillar while going to school. At Caterpillar you will have global exposure and opportunities, deep employee and leadership development resources and a compelling career path to make it possible to have the flexibility and excitement of a diverse career without needing to "start over" at a new company. Even while building deep expertise in one function, our employees can experience different career opportunities by moving between our many business units, locations and product lines throughout their career.

What you will do

• Student Trainees will work 10-32 hours a week in manufacturing roles in Caterpillar's East Peoria Building KK.

• Following training in safety and manufacturing processes, student trainees will work closely with current employees in one or more of the following areas: machining, heat treat, quality, assembly, logistics, engineering and supply chain.

Requirements

• Student Trainee in manufacturing for the 2026-2027 school year.

• Must be a high school senior attending Manual High School, Morton High School, Richwoods High School, or East Peoria Community High School

• Must have successfully completed a high school manufacturing program or be recommended by an advisor, teacher, or principal.

Top candidates will also have

• Interest in a potential career in manufacturing

• Aptitude for assembly and mechanical work.

• Ability to follow documented procedures for standard work, to perform work safely and free of defects.

• Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation)

• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods

• Ability to perform repetitive operations

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

Additional Information

• This position will close on 8/20/2025 at 11:59 pm.

• These are part-time, temporary positions.

• The location for this position is onsite in East Peoria, IL at Building KK.

• Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.

• Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Final details

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Summary Pay Range:

$15.00 - $17.50

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.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

August 17, 2026 - August 20, 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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