Intern II, Student Support chez Progress Rail

ENGINEERING INTERNSHIP FOR SUMMER 2026

Responsibility will include the review of technical documentation and the development of work instructions for the locomotive & engine rebuild processes.

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive cradle-to-grave railway solutions - whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.

Required:
• Pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering;
• Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0/4.0 (‘B’ average);
• Completed at least 2 years of college courses;
• Satisfactory completion of classes related to on-the-job assignments.

Engineering Intern

Mayfield

Responsible for organizing workload for defined projects with the ability to provide feedback to management and develop mitigation plans in order to support Manufacturing needs.

• Analyzes product designs for best method of manufacture;
• Proposes and evaluates manufacturing processes and equipment for assigned areas of the plant;
• Assist with the development and/or improvements of manufacturing processes and equipment for assigned areas of the plant;
• Provides technical support for specific plant operations;
• Regular contact with others outside the work group.

• Experience with Microsoft Office;
• Maintain satisfactory academic standing in college;
• Perform work assignments to satisfaction of assigned departments;
• Obtain knowledge of plant and its operations;
• Make efficient use of time spent on work assignments;
• Work cooperatively and efficiently with other personnel;
• Perform special short-term assignments as they pertain to work area;
• Occasional contact with others outside the work group;
• Complete assignments within a department or activity which utilize the employee’s academic discipline.

Preferred
• Manufacturing experience;
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions
• Strength – This is a traditional office setting and requires the occasional lifting of weight of 50lbs. Lifting boxes of paper;
• Motion – This is a traditional office setting and requires the use of a computer, keyboard and other equipment. Employee will be sitting the majority of the day with occasional walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling and driving;
• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to communicate with customers and coworkers and utilize all office equipment;
• Work Environment – Work is in office sitting and not exposed to extremes of heat and cold. The position may require some work on the manufacturing floor that could expose candidate to all environmental aspects;
• Emotional Demands – Employee is expected to quickly pick up tasks in a fast-paced office environment and maybe required to give presentation, speak in public and work in teams;
• Safety – This is not a safety sensitive position. The position will require the use of all site-specific PPE.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

Administrative / Support / Communications

Mayfield

Kentucky