2026 STEM Student Trainee
Caterpillar
About this role
A STEM Student Trainee at Caterpillar is a paid, 8-week program for full-time high school STEM students to collaborate with engineering professionals on real projects. Trainees work 40 hours per week to gain hands-on experience, network with company leaders, and explore technical areas such as design, controls, embedded software, and testing. The program prepares students for future STEM careers through mentorship, facility tours, and professional development.
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About Caterpillar
caterpillar.comCaterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.
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About Caterpillar
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$30k – $86k
per year