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Career Area:CommunicationsJob Description:DescriptionJoin the team that helps build a better world. We ’re looking for a passionate, communications – savvy intern to join our communications team!About Caterpillar: We are the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. We also offer cutting edge technologies and business services that help our customers build the roads, buildings and infrastructure around the world.The position is full time during the summer, working 40 hours per week beginning approximately June 1stDuring the school year, this position may convert to part time. Interns can work up to 20 hours per week. Specific days, times and location will be agreed to by the work director and chosen candidate.The Global Finance Service Division team has an exciting opportunity for a Communication Intern located in Dallas, Texas or Peoria, IL. As a Communication Intern at Caterpillar, you will assist the Global Finance Services Division with internal communications projects. While with us, a communication intern may be involved in the following:
Supporting website strategy and maintenance; working with Adobe Experience Manager
Microsoft SharePoint site creation and maintenance
Manage the process for tracking communications
Writing and copy-editing internal communications including articles and newsletters
Help manage distribution list creation and updates
Creating eye-catching visual communications
Creating strategic business communications for executives
Developing communication plans and strategies
Conducting communication channel audits
Assisting with special projects as needed, including video, presentations, employee engagement and more
Caterpillar interns are challenged with real world projects and assignments that add value to the business and develop professional skills. This intern will have the opportunity to gain real-world experience at a Fortune 100 company. Our work environment is friendly, fast-paced and constantly changing. If you want to help us do the work that helps our customers build a better world, apply!QualificationsIf you are interested in applying for this position, please attach a copy of your resume, writing / project samples and an unofficial copy of your transcripts, to your application.Internship Program Qualifications:
Must be currently enrolled in a full-time, four-year accredited college or university or graduate school in one of the following degree programs: Communications, Marketing or English
Minimum 3.0/4.0 Cumulative GPA (no rounding)
Expected graduation: December 2023 and beyond
Proficient in Office 365 tools: PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, Yammer, Teams, etc.
Must be in Dallas, TX or Peoria, IL for the summer months, and complete daily work commute using reliable transportation
Top candidates will also have:
Strong attention to detail
Tech savvy
Experience designing or managing websites and/or working in SharePoint
Strong editing and writing skills; proficient in AP style
Natural collaborator with outstanding interpersonal and verbal communication skills
Previous internship experience in communications, marketing or business
Visual communications experience: proficient in visual communications software/tools, preferred
Final detailsPlease 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.Caterpillar couldn’t be the company it is today without the men and women who shape it by producing their best work. Because employees power the success of Caterpillar, the company is committed to empowering the success of the employees. When employees win, so does Caterpillar.This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.Caterpillar.com/Careers#LIEEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar.Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.
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