Part Time Intern-Communications
Caterpillar

Career Area:
Enterprise Cross Functional
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.

Description

Caterpillar interns are challenged with real-world projects and assignments that add value to the business and develop professional skills. This intern will have the opportunity to gain real-world experience at a Fortune 100 company. Our work environment is friendly, fast-paced, and constantly changing. We're looking for a passionate, communications-savvy intern to join our communications team!

As a part-time Communications Intern at Caterpillar, you will perform challenging work while being exposed to various business functions within the company. We work with our teams to ensure that every intern gains the appropriate professional and personal growth necessary to be successful in the corporate environment. Communications Interns at Caterpillar will assist with internal communications and community relations projects.

About the Job:

This position is part-time during the school year starting in January 2025. Interns can work up to 32 hours per week. The work director and chosen candidate will agree on specific days and times working out of our Irving, TX, office. Time worked will be primarily during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

The Communication Intern will assist the Global Finance Services and Enterprise Strategy Divisions with internal communications projects, including:

• Writing and copy-editing articles and newsletters
  
• Supporting website strategy and maintenance
  
• Newsletter formatting and distribution
  
• Microsoft Sharepoint site creation and maintenance
  
• Creating eye-catching visual communications
  
• Developing communication plans and strategies
  
• Assisting with special projects as needed, including video, presentations, employee engagement, and more
  

Location: Irving, TX

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills,
  
• Strong intrapersonal skills
  
• Self-starter and self-motivated
  
• Works well with a team
  
• Interested in the people side of business, helping others to be successful.
  

Qualifications

If you are interested in applying for this position, please attach a copy of your resume, writing/project samples, and an unofficial copy of your transcripts to your application.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be enrolled full-time at a 4-year accredited university/college in one of the following degree programs: Communications, Public Relations, English, Journalism, or Marketing.
  
• Minimum 2.8/4.0 Cumulative GPA (no rounding)
  
• Expected graduation date of December 2025 and beyond
  
• 12 completed semester hours at a 4-year university before the start of internship or currently participating in a Caterpillar student program
  

Top Candidates will also have

• Leadership experience
  
• Previous Human Resources or Communications internship or work experience
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  
• Strong interpersonal skills and decision quality - Collaborative team member with strong initiative
  
• Excellent customer focus
  
• Familiar with company policies and procedures
  

Employee benefit details

Besides exciting and challenging work, Interns will experience:

• Networking with leadership
  
• Business skill building
  
• Career discussion with leaders and experts
  
• And more!
  

Posting Dates:
November 4, 2024 - November 28, 2024
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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