Intern III, Student Support
About The Position
The Intern will learn multiple facets of engineering projects. The student intern will leave this position with valuable skills and industry knowledge to supplement their academic field of study. Work involves a substantial variety of administrative and technical duties with instruction from supervisor. Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation-driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD locomotives that ride them, the company's products are in operation across more than 100 countries-powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail-they are making history every day.
Requirements
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
- Developed analytical ability.
- Minimal travel may be necessary.
Responsibilities
- Maintain satisfactory academic standing in college.
- Perform work assignments to satisfaction of assigned departments.
- Make efficient use of time spent on work assignments.
- Work cooperatively and efficiently with other personnel.
- Perform special short-term assignments as they pertain to work area.
- Occasional contact with others outside the work group.
- Complete assignments within a department or activity which utilizes the employee's academic discipline
- Understanding of, and practical experience of troubleshooting highly engineered systems.
- Perform engine troubleshooting, data collection and failure analysis.
- Develop, prototype, validate and implement cost effective engineering designs.
- Participate and lead root cause investigation of failures.
- Provide technical directions to support personnel.
- Work with engineering & other functions to implement process & product improvements.
- Communicate information to and from internal and external customer organizations.
- Travel as required
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
- Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time-Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Education Assistance Program
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
- Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
- Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Support Activities for Transportation
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
