Student Employment & Internships

About Caterpillar 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. About the Role The Parallel Co-op Program is continuous employment for engineering/technology/computer science students focused on product development at Caterpillar. This is an early talent pipeline with the intent to find and develop the best talent. We strive to provide you with interesting work & mentoring throughout the year, while you provide Caterpillar with some additional resources to complete valuable tasks at hand. Caterpillar pairs you with product development work teams on an annual basis, so you have the opportunity to work full-time in-person with the team during the summer and then work part-time throughout the school year. Parallel Co-Op Engineers work alongside engineering teams to complete design & simulation tasks in support of Caterpillar product development in the following areas: Product Design: Engineer components & systems for Caterpillar products to meet our customers’ needs. Deliver solutions by leading collaboration with cross functional teams throughout our value chain starting from the initial concept through production. Simulation/Performance Analysis: CFD – Computational Fluid Dynamics (ANSYS), FEA – Finite Element Analysis, 3D modelling, root cause investigation; system/subsystem/component design optimization, structural dynamics, development and optimization of Engine, Aftertreatment, Battery, Fuel Cell, Powertrain, and/or Machine System performance. Test/Validation/Hands on: Apply strong mechanical engineering understanding in a test/validation (hands-on) environment, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with others for optimal results. Controls Development: Develop/Implement control system algorithms using Matlab/Simulink for various control systems including but not limited to engine controllers, machine implement controllers as well as powertrain controllers. Will be responsible for understanding the feature requirement, implementing it as well as testing it prior to a production roll out. Electronic Components: Will be responsible for designing and testing various electronic control modules as well as various electronic components. Will work with various internal Caterpillar clients to understand controller/component requirements, work with suppliers on design and validation of the components, as well as testing the components in various environments. Other duties may include design of Printed Circuit Board schematics as well as perform digital/analog/power circuit analysis and testing, and ensuring that FMEAs [Failure Mode and Effects Analysis] are conducted and documented to meet stringent Caterpillar quality requirements Embedded Software Development: Develop embedded software in C, C# and/or C++ for various electronic control modules. Some examples of embedded software development applications include Datalink communications, Inputs and Outputs [Sensors and actuators], speed calculation, Injection/spark timing, memory management, CPU optimization, multi core design and implementation etc. In addition, some areas of work include developing scripts in Python/Visual Basic for automation. Software Validation/Verification for Electronic Systems: Verify functionality of a feature or control system algorithm on a HIL [Hardware in the Loop] simulator bench or a SIL [Software in the loop] system. Understand requirements of the feature and/or the schematics of the controller/control system, verify functionality and debug/report anomalies to the development team and help validate fixes. Engineering Data Analytics: Ability to write and understand computer code; Python; analytics/data science experience; exposure to machine learning concepts/tools; engineering and statistics fundamentals. Process Engineering: Process Engineering: Apply mechanical, manufacturing, systems and/or industrial engineering knowledge to analyze and optimize an engineering process or processes. Will have the opportunity to leverage problem-solving and communication skills. What You Have – Skills and Experiences In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute your unique skills and experiences. Below are some of the most critical skills. Analytical skills, initiating ideas, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities Knowledge of engineering principles, theory, and engineering experience gained through projects, internships, and/or relevant work experiences Fundamental understanding of engineering for a manufacturing environment, ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention Organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ability to quickly gain, and effectively apply new skills & knowledge Success in collaborating with others of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and abilities Strong written and verbal communication skills Program Qualifications Must be enrolled full-time in a 4-year university/college pursuing an ABET accredited degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Agricultural or Aerospace Engineering or Engineering Technology at the time of application and throughout the program. Minimum 3.0/4.0 Cumulative Grade Point Average (no rounding) at current institution Top Candidates May Also Have Management experience Previous technical internship, co-op, or research/relevant experience Current intern or trainee at Caterpillar Additional Information Please attach your resume and an unofficial copy of your transcript to your application. This is a part-time, temporary position. Sponsorship is NOT available Locations include the Peoria, Illinois area, Champaign and Decatur, Illinois, West Lafayette/Lafayette, Indiana and Tucson, Arizona During the summer, this position requires working onsite five days a week at the assigned location. During the school year this position requires students attending University of Illinois, Purdue University, & The Ohio State University to work at the local campus office on days they work. Final Details Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media. Summary Pay Range $25.00 – $43.00* *Hourly Rate is based on the major/degree being pursued and the number of completed academic hours achieved prior to the start of the Co-op. Co-op Benefits: The total rewards package, beyond the base salary includes: Paid holidays Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Volunteer Day Housing Stipend and Relocation Assistance (if eligible) Optional medical coverage Optional voluntary

About Caterpillar 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. About the Role Caterpillar’s Corporate Engineering Intern program seeks students currently enrolled in a four-year university to work alongside engineering professionals to learn and apply themselves to project work within their teams. Interns will have assignments that provide them with experience and significant learning opportunities. In addition to this work, Interns can network with management throughout the company to learn about Caterpillar areas outside their assigned team. Students can deepen their business skills in their assignments through team and business partner interactions, develop their skills, conduct presentations, and measure their success through the performance and evaluation process. What You Will Do 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): Product Design: Engineer components & systems for Caterpillar products to meet our customers’ needs. Deliver solutions by leading collaboration with cross functional teams throughout our value chain starting from the initial concept through production. Simulation/Performance Analysis: Engage with analysis methods such as CFD – Computational Fluid Dynamics (ANSYS), FEA – Finite Element Analysis, 3D modelling, root cause investigation; system/subsystem/component design optimization, structural dynamics, development and optimization of Engine, Aftertreatment, Battery, Fuel Cell, Powertrain, and/or Machine System performance. Test/Validation/Hands on: Apply strong mechanical engineering understanding in a test/validation (hands-on) environment, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with others for optimal results. Controls Development: Develop/Implement control system algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink for various control systems including but not limited to engine controllers, machine implement controllers as well as powertrain controllers. Will be responsible for understanding the feature requirement, implementing it as well as testing it prior to a production roll out. Electronic Components: Design and test various electronic control modules as well as various electronic components. Work with various internal Caterpillar clients to understand controller/component requirements, work with suppliers on design and validation of the components, as well as testing the components in various environments. Other duties may include design of Printed Circuit Board schematics as well as perform digital/analog/power circuit analysis & testing and ensuring that FMEAs [Failure Mode and Effects Analysis] are conducted and documented to meet stringent Caterpillar quality requirements. Embedded Software Development: Develop embedded software in C, C# and/or C++ for various electronic control modules. Some examples of embedded software development applications include Datalink communications, Inputs and Outputs [Sensors and actuators], speed calculation, injection/spark timing, memory management, CPU optimization, multi core design and implementation etc. In addition, some areas of work include developing scripts in Python/Visual Basic for automation. Software Validation/Verification for Electronic Systems: Verify functionality of a feature or control system algorithm on a HIL [Hardware in the Loop] simulator bench or a SIL [Software in the loop] system. Understand requirements of the feature and/or the schematics of the controller / control system, verify functionality and debug/report anomalies to the development team and help validate fixes. Engineering Data Analytics: Leverage ability to write and understand computer code, especially Python; apply knowledge of data analytics/data science, machine learning concepts/tools, and engineering and statistics fundamentals. Process Engineering: Apply mechanical, manufacturing, systems and/or industrial engineering knowledge to analyze and optimize an engineering process or processes. Will have the opportunity to leverage problem-solving and communication skills. What You Have – Skills and Experiences In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute your unique skills and experiences. Below are some of the most critical skills: Analytical skills, initiating ideas, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities Knowledge of engineering principles, theory, and engineering experience gained through projects, internships, and/or relevant work experience Fundamental understanding of engineering for a manufacturing environment, ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention Organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ability to quickly gain and effectively apply new skills & knowledge Success in collaborating with others of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and abilities Strong written and verbal communication skills Participate in and build on our inclusive, constructive, and productive work environment Ensure all team members’ contributions are recognized and valued Program Qualifications Must be enrolled full-time in a 4-year university/college pursuing an ABET accredited degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Agricultural or Aerospace Engineering; Engineering Technology; or similar technical based programs at the time of application and throughout the program Must have completed at least 24 semester hours from current institution before the start of the internship. If a transfer student, must have 12 semester hours completed at a 4-year university Must have a minimum 3.0/4.0 cumulative grade point average (no rounding) at time of application from current institution* (*Current 1st year/1st semester students at current institutions may utilize high school, college/community college, or trade school transcripts to meet a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average at time of graduation) Must maintain 3.0/4.0 cumulative grade point average (no rounding) prior to start of internship Must be able to relocate to Peoria, IL area or an indicated work location for the duration of the internship and complete daily work commute using reliable transportation Top Candidates May Also Have Project or team leadership experience Previous technical internship, co-op, or research/relevant experience Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Additional Information Must attach your resume and an unofficial copy of your transcript to your application Applicants will be considered for positions throughout the United States Primary location for these positions is in the Peoria, Illinois area, with a number of positions in other locations Sponsorship is NOT available for this position This position requires working onsite five days a

AI Innovation Intern The Johnson Controls AI Innovation Lab (JCAIL) at UIUC Research Park is seeking students to work on production-grade AI systems alongside Johnson Controls engineers. This is a paid, industry-embedded role focused on real-world applications, not classroom projects. About the Opportunity Students join focused engineering teams working on AI technologies that support commercial building operations at global scale. Interns contribute to projects that move beyond prototypes and toward production deployment. What You’ll Work On Alarm Intelligence – Transform alarm floods into clear narratives, grouped root causes, and recommended actions. Agentic AI Workflows – Build AI systems that orchestrate tools and actions across real operator workflows. Knowledge Retrieval – Develop retrieval systems supporting autonomous operations across data centers, healthcare, higher education, and advanced manufacturing. How We Work Focused sub-teams with dedicated engineering mentors. Three-week sprint cycles including planning, demos, and retrospectives. Working end-to-end demonstrations delivered every sprint. Shared platforms, repositories, data, prompts, and evaluation frameworks. Opportunities to present work to Johnson Controls senior leadership. Projects that advance toward production with Johnson Controls product teams. Technical Exposure AI Foundations: AI/ML fundamentals, large language models, retrieval systems. Systems Engineering: Agentic workflows, tool orchestration, knowledge retrieval at scale. AI Governance: Evaluation suites, guardrails, citations, traceability, human-in-the-loop approvals, and model-agnostic architectures. Programming: Python and C#/.NET. Who Should Apply We welcome applications from University of Illinois students pursuing: Computer Science Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Data Science Related technical disciplines Undergraduate, master’s, and PhD students are encouraged to apply. What Makes a Strong Application We value hands-on engineering experience. Applicants should be prepared to share projects they have built or shipped, such as: GitHub repositories Personal or academic projects Demo applications Production systems used by real users Position Details Openings: Multiple positions available. Compensation: Paid position following UIUC Research Park guidelines. Hours: Up to 20 hours per week during the academic year and up to 40 hours per week during summer and university breaks. Term: One-year appointment with potential renewal. Eligibility: Open to students authorized to work in the United States. F-1 students are eligible under UIUC Research Park guidelines. Location: 2100 S Oak Street, Suite 110, Champaign, IL 61820. What Makes This Opportunity Different Paid industry experience rather than a class project. Access to real industrial telemetry and production environments. Mentorship from engineers building and shipping AI systems. Exposure to AI governance and evaluation practices used in industry. Opportunity to influence products used by real customers. Potential pathways into Johnson Controls R&D and future employment opportunities. About Johnson Controls Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization. The company serves industries including data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. Named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere 19 times. Helped customers reduce more than $9.5 billion in energy and operating costs. Supports global sustainability and emissions reduction initiatives. How to Apply Submit your resume and a brief statement of interest to: jcail@johnsoncontrols365.onmicrosoft.com