Skill Trades High School Trainee

Career Area:

Business Services

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.

At Caterpillar, you have the opportunity to make a global impact through groundbreaking products, best-in-class solutions, and a lifelong career. With a 100-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations worldwide, your work spans the globe. When you join Caterpillar, you become part of a team of makers, innovators, and doers. We roll up our sleeves and build a better world, driving progress and innovation that helps our customers power the roads, hospitals, homes, and infrastructure. Without our dedicated workforce, we couldn't meet our customers' needs effectively. Join us and be proud of the difference you make.

It's More Than a Job, It's a Career

Why You Want This Job and Why It's Awesome

High school students considered for internship positions at Tucson Proving Ground should have an interest in large mining equipment such as haul trucks, bulldozers, and motor graders. All positions require teamwork and quality customer service. You will partner with and be mentored by an experienced technician, with responsibilities that vary from job to job, including:

Operating a wash rack to ensure equipment is clean before entering the workshop

Diagnosing and repairing mining equipment

Instrumenting machines for tests using strain gauges, thermocouples, and accelerometers

Fabricating and welding prototype parts for tests

Successful performance requires sound judgment, motivation, effective interaction with others, and the ability to handle various responsibilities.

Eligibility

These positions are open to students who are currently classified as Sophomores (Class of 2029) to Seniors (Class of 2027) currently enrolled and in good academic standing at Sahuarita or Walden Grove High Schools .

Basic Qualifications

Safety-first mentality

Must be 16 years of age and a rising junior by the start of the program

Must maintain a 2.5/4.0 cumulative GPA

Full-time student attending a high school in the Sahuarita school district

Reliable transportation

Ability to work 40 hours per week during the summer program

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated leadership skills

These are full-time temporary openings at the Tucson Proving Ground located in Green Valley, AZ. Relocation is not available.

Summary Pay Range:

$15.00 - $17.50

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

Posting Dates:

September 30, 2026 - October 18, 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.

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