Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Intern

Job Description

About the Company

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The direct employer for this specific job is Caterpillar Inc., a global company where employees are described as “makers, problem solvers, and future world builders.” Caterpillar emphasizes a culture where individuals care not just about the work, but also about each other. The company is committed to creating stronger, more sustainable communities and is actively involved in building a better world through progress and innovation with its customers, where they work and live.

Job Description

This role is for an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Intern within Caterpillar Inc., targeting students and recent graduates.

About The Role:
Caterpillar’s EHS Intern program is designed for students currently enrolled in a four-year university. Interns will work closely with EHS professionals, gaining practical experience and applying their knowledge to various project work within their assigned teams. The program offers valuable learning opportunities, the chance to connect with professionals across the company, explore different Caterpillar areas, enhance business skills through interactions with teams and partners, develop presentation abilities, and build connections with EHS peers and leaders.

What You Will Do:
Interns will join a team with diverse project responsibilities. This is a 40-hour-per-week assignment lasting 12 weeks. Experiences will include, but are not limited to:
• Contributing to safety and environmental culture initiatives.
• Participating in the development of proactive programs.
• Assisting in the delivery of EHS learning to facilities worldwide.
• Conducting trend analysis of global environmental or safety data in line with Caterpillar’s Sustainability Goals.
Interns will also have valuable networking opportunities with employees at all levels within Caterpillar.

What You Have – Skills And Experiences (Required):
Successful candidates will possess and contribute the following skills:
• Analytical skills, including initiating ideas, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, with the capacity to quickly gain and effectively apply new skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrated success in collaborating with individuals of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Internship Program Qualifications:
To be eligible for this internship, candidates must meet the following criteria:
• Currently pursuing an accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in one of the following programs: Occupational and Environmental Health Sciences, Environmental and Ecological Engineering, Environmental and Natural Resources Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources and Environmental Science, or a related Environmental Health and Safety discipline at the time of application.
• Selected candidates must obtain their degree before they start the internship (this suggests it might be targeted at those graduating soon, or is an error in the description for an internship).
• Must have 30 completed semester hours before the start of the internship.
• If a transfer student, must have 12 semester hours completed at a 4-year university.
• A minimum 2.8/4.0 Cumulative Grade Point Average (no rounding) at their current institution.
• Ability to relocate to the indicated work location for the duration of the internship and complete a daily work commute using reliable transportation.

Top Candidates Can Also Have (Preferred):
• Project or Team Leadership experience.
• Previous internship, co-op, or research/relevant experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Additional Information:
• Applicants are required to attach their resume and an unofficial copy of their transcript to their application.
• Positions are available throughout the United States, with locations including, but not limited to: Central Illinois, Sequin Texas, and Lafayette Indiana.
• This position requires working onsite five days a week.
• Sponsorship is NOT available for this position. Caterpillar 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 visas).

Besides Exciting Work, Corporate Interns Will Experience:
Beyond the core work, interns will benefit from:
• A comprehensive internship orientation.
• Tours of state-of-the-art manufacturing and research facilities.
• Product Demonstrations.
• Mentorship Programs.
• Various social events.
• Networking with leadership.
• Business skill building sessions.
• Career discussions with leaders and experts.

Final Details:
Applicants should frequently check the email associated with their application, including junk/spam folders, for primary correspondence. The candidate log-in on the career website will reflect application status updates. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, encouraging minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Pay & Benefits:
• Summary Pay Range: The hourly rate for interns ranges from $22.50 to $39.00.
• Intern Hour Rate: The specific hourly rate is determined based on the major/degree being pursued and the number of completed academic hours achieved before the internship begins.
• Intern Benefits: If eligible, the total rewards package beyond the base salary may include:
• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Day
• Housing Stipend
• Relocation Assistance (Relocation is available for this position)
• Medical coverage
• Voluntary benefits

Posting Dates:
The posting dates for this position are from July 21, 2025, to November 16, 2025.