Caterpillar Inc. · 10 hours ago
2026 Summer Corporate Intern - Communications
Peoria, IL
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$21/hr - $36.50/hr
Start in 2026 SummerCaterpillar Inc. is a global team focused on building sustainable communities and innovation. They are seeking a motivated Communications Intern to gain hands-on experience in internal and external communications, content creation, and project coordination while supporting business goals.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and advise on the suitability of approaches for communication efforts
Track and analyze metrics to measure the effectiveness of internal communications
Assist in the planning and creation of content for employee communication channels; ensuring that messaging and branding are consistent across all channels
Develop and distribute communications materials, such as written communications, presentation materials, etc. to deliver key messages
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a full-time, four-year accredited college or university or graduate school in one of the following degree programs: Communications, Public Relations, English, Journalism or Marketing at the time of application and throughout the program
Minimum 3.0/4.0 Cumulative GPA (no rounding)
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools: Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, etc
Effectiveness Measurement: Knowledge of effective measurement techniques and ability to measure the quality and quantity of work effort for the purpose of improvement
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment
Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner
Communicating for Impact: Knowledge of the concepts, tools and techniques for effective listening and communicating; ability to apply these theories to receive, transmit and accurately interpret information and ideas to influence others in various situations
Multimedia Technologies: Knowledge of multimedia publishing technologies and procedures; ability to use installed audio, visual and animation software tools to produce multimedia publications
Preferred
Ability to write and edit content for various channels (emails, newsletters, etc.)
Natural collaborator with outstanding interpersonal and verbal communication skills
Strong initiative, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated proficiency in delivering compelling presentations
Exceptionally organized with keen attention to detail
Benefits
Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Paid Volunteer Day
Housing Stipend
Relocation Assistance
Medical coverage
Voluntary benefits
Company
Caterpillar Inc.
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.
Founded in 1925
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.51BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAdvanced Propulsion Centre UK
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3.5B
2024-10-31Grant· $5.04M
2019-06-23Grant
Leadership Team
George Moubayed
Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer / Senior Vice President Enterprise Strategy Division
E
Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Recent News
2026-01-22
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