ITS
Information Technology Solutions
Posted on 9/1/2025

Solar Turbines
Compensation Overview
$22.50 - $39/hr
San Diego, CA, USA
In Person
This position requires working onsite five days a week. Relocation is available for this position.
Career Area:
FinanceJob 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.
Internship Program – ITS (Information Technology Solutions)
This position is part of our Information Technology Solutions (ITS) Internship Program. The ITS Internship Program provides the foundation for the future success of Solar Turbines technology professionals and the future success of the organization. The purpose of the program is to start the development and training of the next generation of well-rounded and highly competent technology professionals through fun and challenging achievable projects.
Program Goals:
Begin building technical foundation
Provide challenging assignments
Develop enterprise perspective
Begin network building
Transition to job offers after schooling is complete
Build pride and engagement
Program assignments vary for each individual and are decided upon between management and the employee based on the needs of the business. Work assignments can range from assisting in quality assurance, software development, customer support, project management, system administration.
Each program consists of yearly rotations in departments such as:
Engineering, Sales, Service & HR IT
Enterprise Applications
Client Support Services
Cybersecurity
Solar Analytics
Infrastructure Services
Manufacturing IT
Interfacing with critical support and business roles to develop an understanding of our technology life cycle and how IT supports the business.
Once the internship is nearing the end, management will celebrate the accomplishments of the internship team members and provide feedback on their time as interns.
Minimum qualifications:
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program at an accredited school
Current overall GPA of at least 2.8 on a 4.0 scale.
0-3 years of related experience.
Previous internship and/or relevant project experience in a technology related field.
Must be able and willing to relocate to San Diego, CA for the duration of the internship
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to work in a fast-paced cross-functional team environment.
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 $22.50-$39.00. Actual compensation will be determined by graduation year and degree type.
#2026ETPosting
Posting Dates:
September 1, 2025 - December 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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