2027 Gas Turbine Product Engineering, Summer Intern

Location: Desoto, Texas

Career Area

Engineering

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.

The Gas Turbine Products Engineering internship program within Turbomachinery Products (TMP) is designed to provide students with challenging assignments within gas turbine product design and development activities. Our organization is built from diverse engineering functions including Mechanical Design, Materials and Process Engineering, Gear and Rotor Systems Engineering, Condition Based Engineering, Aftermarket Engineering, and Turbine Production Engineering. 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 industry situations.

Responsibilities may include analytical simulations (FEA), development engine or component testing, materials research and analysis, failure analysis, design changes for product improvements, engine assembly support, production test support, manufacturing support, and development of design tools. The design and development efforts are in support of high-level product needs of durability, reliability, performance, cost, and manufacturability.

Minimum Qualifications

Currently in the process of obtaining a 4 year or advanced degree in Engineering or other relevant degree.

Classified by your school as either a Sophomore, Junior, Senior planning to attend graduate school, or currently attending graduate school.

Overall cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous co-op/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.

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.

Summary Pay Range

$26.00 - $43.00

Intern Hourly Rate

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.

Intern Benefits

The total rewards package, beyond base salary, may include if eligible:

Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Paid Volunteer Day

Housing Stipend

Relocation Assistance

Medical coverage

Voluntary benefits

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

October 27, 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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