Supply Chain Co-Op

Caterpillar Inc.

. Work side by side with supply chain professionals at Caterpillar .

Posted 10/5/2026internshipCary • North Carolina • United StatesEntry Level💰 $25 - $43 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with a focus on supply chain management and operations. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams and communicate clearly with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Supply Chain ManagementOperations ManagementAnalytical SkillsTeamworkCommunication Skills

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Business AdministrationLogisticsIndustrial EngineeringStatisticsMathIndustrial DistributionRelevant CourseworkProjects

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCritical ThinkingInitiative

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingSupply ChainOperations IndustryCo-OpInternship

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work side by side with supply chain professionals at Caterpillar
Complete assignments providing relevant work experience and learning opportunities
Network with leaders and team members throughout Caterpillar
Work a 40-hour-per-week Fall Supply Chain Co-Op assignment from January 2027 through May 2027
Work onsite five days a week at locations in Cary, Clayton, or Sanford, North Carolina

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be enrolled full time at North Carolina State University in one of the following degree programs at the time of application and throughout the program: Business Administration/Management with a focus/minor in Supply Chain, Statistics, Math or Logistics; Industrial Distribution; Industrial Engineering/Technology – Logistics; Operations Management; Supply Chain Management
Minimum 2.8/4.0 cumulative GPA (no rounding)
Transfer students must have 12 semester hours completed at a 4-year university
Must be within commutable distance to Cary, Clayton, or Sanford, North Carolina (no more than 50 miles)
Must have reliable transportation
Previous co-op, internship, or experience in a manufacturing, supply chain, or operations industry is an advantage
Relevant coursework and/or projects
Strong communication, teamwork, analytical, and interpersonal skills
Ability to exhibit critical thinking, analytical skills, and initiative
Visa sponsorship is not available
Successful completion of a drug screen required as a condition of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Optional medical coverage
Optional voluntary benefits
Paid holidays
Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Volunteer Day
Housing Stipend
Relocation Assistance