Career Area:
Students and Graduates
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.
12 Month Industrial Placement Scheme
Discipline: Environmental, Health & Safety
Location:Peterlee, County Durham
Salary:£26,000, Share Scheme, Pension, and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).
We currently have some exciting opportunities for industrial placement students to join Caterpillar across several of our sites. You will have the opportunity to work with others across ourorganisationand you will be directly involved, and at the heart of our business,participatingon strategic projects.
*Please note thatin order tobe eligible to complete a 12 Month Industrial Placement commencingJuly 2026, you must be in your penultimate year of study unless enrolled in an integrated master’s program.
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Since 1925,we’vebeen driving sustainable progress and helping customers build a better world through innovative products and services. Throughout the product life cycle, we offer services built oncutting-edgetechnology and decades of productexpertise. These products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value to help our customers succeed.
Peterlee is the worldwide source of Cat® Articulated Trucks, currently producing an 8-model range used in many industries including mining, construction, and aggregates. The facility's manufacturing activities use the latest computer analysis techniques, robotic technology, anda state-of-the-artpaint plant. Machines from the site are shipped to customers around the world.
When weleverageour people's experiences, backgrounds, and cultures in an inclusive environment, we enable every individual to achieve their full potential, which drives business success. We are proud to be active partners with both the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) & Women's Engineering Society (WES). We also havenumerouswell supported employee resource groups. Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.
What experiences can we offer you?
Our industrial placement training scheme will give you the opportunity to experiencedifferent aspectsof the company. From day one you will be embedded in a team solving real world problems. You will get to work and collaborate with people in Caterpillar facilities worldwide.
As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity at Caterpillar and believe the more experience you can gain early in your career the further you can go.That’swhy during our yearlong scheme we place an emphasis on multiple diverse projects. You will have the opportunity to work and collaborate with people in Caterpillar facilities worldwide and we are looking for you to bring fresh, innovative ideas to solve complex technical problems. You will be a fully involved team member withresponsibility and accountability for key project deliverables. That said, you will be given all the support yourequireto be successful.
The EHS Department is an exciting place to be in an organisation andprovidesan exceptional opportunity to see every part of a business and this role is no exception. You will be exposed to the inner workings of the Peterlee Facility and have an opportunity to work with all the teams that support the production of a fantastic product. If you are passionate about people and the environment, believe everyone should go home safely and we should protect our planet and want to make a difference then this is the role for you. This opportunity will develop your technical, communication and leadership skills andprovidean insight into the EHS function.
Job duties include, but are not limited to:
In addition to EHS, there will be opportunities to work with other departments to understand each function and contribute to their output.
As the type of roles within our business are becoming more diverse, we are looking for people who are open minded, excellent problem solvers and who have an ability to learn quickly. You will be motivated, hard-working, and will embrace change. In return for your dedication and hard work, you will be provided with excellent career opportunities andstrong supportfor your personal and career development to pursue a career within Caterpillar.
Applicants will be on target to achieve a minimum of 2:2 honours degree level in one of the following disciplines:Engineering, Health & Safety, Environmental, Business Management
Recruitment Process Guidelines:
Here is a brief overview of what you can expect when applying to our Early Career roles…
Online Application:The first stage of the process is to complete the online application and attach your CV, this must be done before the closing date of the role thatyou'reapplying for. Once we reach the close date, we will begin reviewing all our applications, this may take a little while and we will contact you as soon as possible to let you know if you have been successful in moving forward to the next stage.
Stage one – Video Interview:If selected, you will be invited to complete a user-friendly video interview which will then be reviewed by the Hiring Team. At this stage, if you are successful, you will be invited to attend an Assessment Centre on19thFebruary2026onsite at ourPeterleefacility so please try to keep that date free. We would also recommend that you check your spam emails and your Workday account for updates.
Stage two - Assessment Centre:The Assessment Centre Day will look at a range of behaviours such as teamwork, decision-making, communication, and problem-solving. We aim to make these days fun, inclusive and as relaxed as possible.
Stage three – Offer:After the Assessment Centre, the Caterpillar team will review the feedback and extend offers to our preferred candidates, we aim to do this as quickly as possible. Placement students will start on6th July 2026. We look forward to receiving your application to join Caterpillar!
NOTE:Only one application is, please do not apply for multiple roles. You may be given the opportunity of being considered for other roles/locations at a later stage.
The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore pleasedemonstrateyour qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.
Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced tofacilitateshortlisting.
Please note that this position requires working onsite five days a week.
Posting Dates:
December 4, 2025 - January 2, 2026
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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