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Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. Operating from 50 countries around the globe, the Caterpillar brand has developed into a symbol of strength, respect, and integrity. The organisation has a clear vision to be the global leader in providing customer value in the markets in which it operates. Our core values (Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Commitment and Sustainability) are key to our success.
What do we do?
Our placement programme is designed for students who require a year working in industry as part of their degree. You'll work on a range of initiatives, which will enable you to broaden your expertise and discover which area of engineering and technology you enjoy the most. Our core values (Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Commitment and Sustainability) are key to our success.
Diversity at Caterpillar
When we leverage our people's experiences, backgrounds and cultures in an inclusive environment, we enable every individual to achieve their full potential, which drives business success. Caterpillar is an equal-opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.
What experiences can we offer you?
On our GMET Industrial Placement Programme, we are looking for innovators. Those who embrace new technologies and are continuously learning, and those who are curious to explore all personal development opportunities they can. Someone who wants to have a real impact on our organisation during your time with us and is driven to tackle real-world issues faced by the business and to develop effective solutions.
You will also have:
- Opportunities to identify areas for improvement within the Order to Delivery team and create solutions to enable Caterpillar IPSD to address business-critical issues.
- Business exposure and accountability right from the outset.
- Investment in your personal development with forward-thinking digital learning opportunities.
- Exposure to Business Analytics and Data Science methodologies whilst immersing yourself in challenging projects.
- The opportunity to learn from industry experts.
- Flexible working in a fast-paced professional and dynamic environment.
- Opportunities to gain hands-on experience within a project team.
- Be part of a large community of placement students across multiple disciplines.
- We hold a Meet and Greet day for all new UK placement students to provide you with an opportunity to meet fellow new starters across the UK before you start your placement.
Who are we looking for?
You should be able to demonstrate teamwork, have strong communication skills that can be applied to all levels of the business and be self-motivated with an enthusiasm for problem-solving and using analytical methodologies. You should be able to demonstrate intellectual curiosity, the ability to analyse problems and offer outside-of-the-box solutions. Knowledge in the application of Microsoft Office, experience in presenting to a range of audiences and knowledge of data analysis is desirable.
A predicted 2:1 Honour’s degree or equivalent preferably in a Business-related subject, examples include but are not limited to the following:
- Business Management
- Commercial
- Financial Management
- Accountancy
- Other relevant disciplines will also be considered.
Recruitment Process
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 that you're applying 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 attend a pre-recorded user-friendly video interview which you have one week to complete and submit. You are able to record your answers several times to allow you plenty of practice if required. Please ensure that you check your spam emails for this invite. At this stage if you are successful, you will be invited to attend an Assessment Centre either onsite or virtually between January and April 2024.
- 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 on 8th July 2024. We look forward to receiving your application to join Caterpillar!
How do I apply?
Only one application is required, do not apply for multiple roles. Only one application will be considered. Please apply for your preferred role only.
The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.
Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.
Click the apply button today and one of our friendly recruiters will be in touch.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
