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2027 Summer Corporate Intern – Digital and Analytics

Caterpillar · Peoria, IL · $25.00–$43.00 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 3, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a data project where you started with a messy dataset. What did you do to clean it up?

What they are checking: Whether they know that most analytics work is preparing data, and whether they do it carefully.

Tell me about a time you had to learn a new tool or method quickly for a project.

What they are checking: Whether they pick up new skills fast, which a short internship demands.

Tell me about a team project where the plan changed halfway through. How did you adjust?

What they are checking: Whether they stay productive when priorities shift, which is common in digital work.

What would you do

How would you explain the results of a model to a business leader who does not know statistics?

What they are checking: Whether they can turn technical findings into decisions a non-technical leader can act on.

Your analysis shows something that a senior person on the team does not want to hear. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stand by honest findings while presenting them respectfully.

Cat Digital talks about unlocking new revenue streams. Can you think of a digital service a heavy equipment customer might pay for?

What they are checking: Whether they can think creatively about digital business models grounded in customer needs.

About the work

Cat machines send back data from jobsites all over the world. What kinds of questions could that data help answer for a customer?

What they are checking: Whether they can connect machine data to real customer value like uptime, fuel use or maintenance.

Which tools are you strongest in, like Python, SQL, R or a dashboard tool, and what have you built with them?

What they are checking: Whether they can do real analysis work on their own during a 12-week internship.

What is the difference between correlation and causation, and why would it matter when recommending a business change?

What they are checking: Whether they avoid drawing the wrong business conclusion from patterns in data.

How do you check that the numbers in your dashboard or report are right before you share them?

What they are checking: Whether they have habits for validating results so leaders can trust their work.

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The full job description

As published by Caterpillar.

Career Area: Students and Graduates 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. Big machines mean big technology. Are you looking for your next big challenge? Here at Caterpillar, we believe in The Power of Everyone. Our competitive advantage as a Fortune 100 leader begins with our employees who remain passionate, innovative, and diverse. Our most valuable work comes from the inclusive environment we’ve fostered to celebrate people of all backgrounds, ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. United under our Values in Action, our dedicated teams at Caterpillar do the work to build a better world. What does a Digital & Analytics Internship offer? Cat Digital is leading our industry with the utilization of data, analytics, innovation, digital channels and techniques to drive profit, create more efficient revenue growth, unlock new revenue streams, and provide more durable competitive advantages for the business through unexpectedly great experiences for our customers. You’ll join a team with diverse project responsibilities and have valuable networking opportunities with all levels of Caterpillar employees. The internship is a 40-hour-per-week assignment lasting 12 weeks. You can focus on building technical abilities in roles including (but not limited to): Applications Engineering – Interns will be emersed in designing and rapidly developing consistent customer-centric, premium digital experiences. This includes product development, mobile and service applications, eCommerce and digital marketing, etc. Digital Platform - Interns will work to help simplify enterprise digital infrastructure, accelerate application development, ensuring greater data availability, quality and security. Teams include but are not limited to digital data and artificial intelligence, telematics gateway and datahub, DevOps and Cybersecurity. Data Analytics - Interns will apply analytics techniques on a very large set of diverse data from IoT connected assets, anomaly detection, business analytics, data visualization, and business marketing analytics. The Data Analytics interns contribute to the analytics project teams tasked with solving problems of medium to high complexity working in an analytics approach, related digital technology, or business domain. Dealer & Customer Support – Interns will help drive deployment and support of Caterpillar’s key digital products and maturing data management processes. Program Qualifications – Skills & Experience • Must be enrolled full time at a 4-year University/College in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science/Analytics, Data Visualization, Marketing Analytics, Math, Stats, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Systems Engineering or related degree at the time of application and throughout the program • Must have completed 12 credit hours prior to the start of the program • Minimum 3.0/4.0 cumulative GPA, no rounding • Must be able to relocate to internship location for the duration of the internship and complete daily commute using reliable transportation ​ Top Candidates will also have: • Demonstrated leadership experience • Previous technical internship, co-op, or research/relevant experience • Participation in school clubs or student organizations • Demonstrated experience with several of the following: Python, Java, SQL, Snowflake, AWS/Azure, Tableau, Power BI, Google Analytics, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Salesforce, React, JavaScript, Node.js, HTML, UI Design, UX Research, writing API’s for deployment, etc. • Relevant coursework and/or projects • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Ability to demonstrate strong communication skills, initiative, and intellectual curiosity • Able to work independently or as a collaborative team member • Ability to learn and comply with company policies and procedures • Comfortable working in a dynamic environment where digital is still evolving as a core offering • Passion for technology and an eagerness to contribute to a team-orientated environment • Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas, regardless of the technical capacity of the audience Compensation and Benefits: At Caterpillar, our internship pay rates are standardized for Digital and Analytics roles and we take into account the number of completed semester credit hours. Besides exciting work, Corporate Interns will experience : • Comprehensive internship orientation • Tours of state-of-the-art manufacturing and research facilities • Product Demonstration • Mentorship Programs • Various social events • Networking with leadership • Business skill building • Career discussion with leaders and experts If you are interested in applying for this position, please attach a copy of your resume and an unofficial copy of your transcripts to your application. Summary Pay Range: $25.00 - $43.00 Intern Hourly Rate: An intern's hourly rate is based on the major/degree being pursued and the number of completed academic hours achieved before the start of the internship. Intern Benefits: The total rewards package, beyond base salary, may include if eligible: • Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) • Paid Holidays • Paid Volunteer Day • Housing Stipend • Relocation Assistance • Medical coverage • Voluntary benefits Relocation is available for this position. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Posting Dates: September 3, 2026 - November 8, 2026 Any 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community .

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