Part Time Intern - Human Resources

Career Area:

Students and Graduates

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.

What You Will Do:

As a Part Time HR intern at Caterpillar, you will perform challenging work, while being exposed to a variety of HR functions. We are looking for someone who isn’t afraid to get involved in the many areas of the talent lifecycle, ask questions, be a problem solver and want to help the business be successful – all while you learn on the job. You’ll work alongside and support the team’s goals.

Requirements

Education/Experience:

• Must be enrolled full time at a 4-year accredited university/college

• Minimum 3.0/4.0 Cumulative GPA (no rounding) 

• Completed 12 semester hours at a 4-year university prior to start of internship or currently participating in a Caterpillar student program 

Skill Descriptors:

Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. 

Level Basic Understanding: 

• Describes non-verbal behaviors that influence the interpretation of the message. 

• Cites examples of effective and ineffective communications. 

• Explains the importance of effective business communication. 

• Speaks/writes using correct language, mechanics, and gestures 

• Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner. 

Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.

Level Basic Understanding: 

• Describes the organizational culture for interacting with others. 

• Provides examples of individuals with good interpersonal skills and their specific skills. 

• Explains the benefits of maintaining positive working relationships with associates. 

• States the basic characteristics of good working relationships. 

Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment. 

Level Basic Understanding: 

• Explains characteristics and steps in an effective decision-making process. 

• Identifies issues and communicates with others when a decision needs to be made. 

• Names decision makers in own environment and cites examples of past decisions. 

• Describes types of decisions incumbent may and may not make in own job or function. 

Flexibility and Adaptability: Knowledge of successful approaches and techniques for dealing with change; ability to adapt to a changing environment and be comfortable with change.  

Level Basic Understanding: 

• Explains the perspective that change is inevitable. 

• Seeks value in new ways of doing things. 

• Easily copes with day-to-day frustrations, adversities and uncertainties. 

• Provides examples of flexible and inflexible behavior in the face of change. 

Growth and Agility: Knowledge of the necessity of businesses and individuals to experiment, learn continuously, and achieve value for the organization; ability to embrace challenges, show resilience, and proactively seek improvement and innovation to improve an organization's competitive advantage.

Level Basic Understanding: 

• Knows how to access and use available learning and development resources. 

• Identifies and welcomes changes and ambiguities that arise in the business environment. 

• Asks questions and listens to and embraces feedback non-defensively for personal growth. 

• Collects necessary information, learning resources, and best practices used to resolve ambiguous situations. 

Data Gathering and Reporting: Knowledge of tools, techniques and processes for gathering and reporting data; ability to practice them in a particular department or division of a company. 

Level Basic Understanding: 

• Identifies the key objectives of gathering data. 

• Describes alternative data-gathering techniques and tools. 

• Applies basic data-gathering methodologies. 

• Identifies key sources of needed information. 

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• Previous Human Resources internship or leadership experience 

• Strategic mindset

• Ability to demonstrate high-level of intellectual curiosity

• High-quality computer literacy to navigate Workday and Microsoft Office 365

• Strong decision making and initiative 

• Excellent customer focus 

Additional Info:

• Primary location: Morton, IL

• On-sight work required; Must be able to commute into the facility a few times a week.

• Sponsorship is not available

Summary Pay Range:

$22.50 - $39.00

Intern Hour 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

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 www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

September 22, 2025 - October 30, 2025

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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