2027 IT Intern

Solar Turbines

Posted 10 days ago

Internship

San Diego, California

In Person

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Responsibilities

Participate in the ITS Internship Program through rotations in departments such as Cybersecurity, Software Development, and Infrastructure Services. Assist in various technical projects to develop a foundation in technology life cycles and business support.

Qualifications

You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program with a GPA of at least 2.8 and possess 0-3 years of related experience, ideally with prior internship or project work in a technology field. You demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

software development

customer support

project management

system administration

cybersecurity

analytics

Job Description

Career Area:

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.

Internship Program – ITS (Information Technology Solutions)  

This position is part of our Information Technology Solutions (ITS) Internship Program. The ITS Internship Program provides the foundation for the future success of Solar Turbines technology professionals and the future success of the organization. The purpose of the program is to start the development and training of the next generation of well-rounded and highly competent technology professionals through fun and challenging achievable projects. 
 
Program Goals: 

  • Begin building technical foundation 

  • Provide challenging assignments 

  • Develop enterprise perspective 

  • Begin network building 

  • Transition to job offers after schooling is complete 

  • Build pride and engagement 

 
Program assignments vary for each individual and are decided upon between management and the employee based on the needs of the business. Work assignments can range from assisting in quality assurance, software development, customer support, project management, system administration. 

Each program consists of yearly rotations in departments such as: 

  • Engineering, Sales, Service & HR IT 

  • Enterprise Applications 

  • Client Support Services 

  • Cybersecurity 

  • Solar Analytics 

  • Infrastructure Services 

  • Manufacturing IT 

Interfacing with critical support and business roles to develop an understanding of our technology life cycle and how IT supports the business.  

Once the internship is nearing the end, management will celebrate the accomplishments of the internship team members and provide feedback on their time as interns. 

 
Minimum qualifications: 

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program at an accredited school 

  • Current overall GPA of at least 2.8 on a 4.0 scale. 

  • 0-3 years of related experience. 

  • Previous internship and/or relevant project experience in a technology related field. 

  • Must be able and willing to relocate to San Diego, CA for the duration of the internship 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced cross-functional team environment. 

  • High energy level and sense of urgency. 

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

  • Good business / technical judgment. 

  • Ability to handle multiple priorities for a variety of tasks. 

Summary Pay Range:

$22.50 - $40.25

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

 

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

 

Relocation is available for this position.

 

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

July 16, 2026 - July 21, 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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Solar Turbines

Headquartered in San Diego, California, USA, Solar Turbines Incorporated, a subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of industrial gas turbines, with more than 16,000 units and over 3 billion operating hours in over 100 countries. Products from Solar Turbines play an important role in the development of oil, natural gas and power generation projects around the world. Solar Turbines’ products include gas turbine engines (rated from 1,590 to 52,500 horsepower), gas compressors, and gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical-drive packages and generator sets (ranging from 1 to 39 megawatts). Solar’s customers put the company’s products to work in many areas including production, processing and pipeline transmission of natural gas and crude oil and generation of electricity and thermal energy for processing applications, such as manufacturing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food products. Solar’s foundation is people and Solar’s culture is one where individual contributions are valued, diversity in the workplace is encouraged, and safety is emphasized in all aspects of the business. Solar Turbines, founded in 1927, is comprised of a dedicated and multi-talented workforce of more than 8,000 employees with decades of experience working as a global team.
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