Intern Engineering
About The Position
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. Warehousing Industrial Engineering Intern – Job Description Position Summary The Warehousing Industrial Engineering Intern supports the analysis and improvement of warehouse operations. This role provides hands-on experience in optimizing processes, improving productivity, and using data to drive operational decisions within a distribution environment.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field
- Strong interest in warehousing, logistics, or operations
- Basic knowledge of Excel (formulas, pivot tables preferred)
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with Lean principles or continuous improvement concepts
- Exposure to Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization tools
- Understanding of warehouse operations or supply chain fundamentals
Responsibilities
- Assist in analyzing warehouse processes such as receiving, picking, packing, and shipping
- Support time studies and data collection to evaluate labor productivity
- Help identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements
- Participate in continuous improvement (Lean / Six Sigma) projects
- Assist with warehouse layout planning and slotting optimization
- Analyze operational data using Excel or other tools to track performance metrics
- Help create reports, dashboards, and visual presentations of key KPIs
- Support implementation of new processes, tools, or systems
- Work cross-functionally with operations, engineering, and leadership teams
Benefits
- Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Volunteer Day
- Housing Stipend
- Relocation Assistance
- Medical coverage
- Voluntary benefits
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Career Level
Intern
