Caterpillar, Inc

2027 Human Resources Professional Development Program

Caterpillar, Inc$81K — $122K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business with an emphasis in HR, or related field
  • Minimum 3.0/4.0 Cumulative GPA
  • HR related certifications preferred
  • Previous HR internships or relevant work experience (2 years or less)
  • Effective communication skills for diverse interactions
  • Demonstrated decision-making and critical thinking ability

Responsibilities

  • Counsel businesses on employee and labor relations to foster high performance
  • Implement recruitment strategies to enhance workforce diversity
  • Identify and promote talent for cross-functional roles
  • Conduct comprehensive HR data analysis to drive business efficiencies
  • Participate in rotational assignments to gain varied HR experiences

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off (vacation, holidays, volunteer days, etc.)
  • 401(k) savings plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Career development opportunities
  • Incentive bonuses and life insurance
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Human Resources

Job Description:

Job Summary
The Human Resources Development Program (HRDP) is designed to strengthen the Human Resources talent pipeline by hiring high potentials and accelerating their foundational learning of HR and of Caterpillar through a rotational program focused on providing diverse on-the-job experiences preparing them to become future Caterpillar leaders. Your peers, assignment leaders, and business partners will mentor you through the program as you learn and grow with our team.


What You Will Do:
  • Counsel the business on employee and/or labor relations challenges to ensure high-performing teams and an inclusive environment.
  • Deploy recruitment solutions to increase the diversity of workforce composition.
  • Identify talent and create visibility and awareness to enable a cross-functional talent pipeline for the enterprise.
  • Comprehensive HR data analysis to identify insights to make better decisions and drive efficiencies for the business.

What You Have:
  • Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
  • Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
  • Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
  • Flexibility and Adaptability: Knowledge of successful approaches and techniques for dealing with change; ability to adapt to a changing environment and be comfortable with change.
  • Growth and Agility: Knowledge of the necessity of businesses and individuals to experiment, learn continuously, and achieve value for the organization; ability to embrace challenges, show resilience, and proactively seek improvement and innovation to improve an organization's competitive advantage.
  • Data Gathering and Reporting: Knowledge of tools, techniques and processes for gathering and reporting data; ability to practice them in a particular department or division of a company.
Tops Candidates will also have:
  • Previous HR Internships or Caterpillar work experience (2 years or less)
  • HR Related Certifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business with an emphasis in HR, or related degree.
  • Minimum 3.0/4.0 Cumulative GPA (no rounding).
Additional Info:
  • Program Start Dates: January & June 2027.
  • Location of rotations varies by business need.
  • Must be willing to relocate throughout the program.
  • Relocation assistance is available for this position.
2-year Developmental Program
**May be extended in certain circumstances but no longer than a total duration of 3 years

  • 12 months as an HR Generalist in one of our manufacturing facilities.
  • 6-12 months as an HR specialist/strategic project role in one of our centers of excellence and/or our HR Operations teams.

Development
  • On-the job experience with each rotation.
  • Assigned Mentor (HR Leadership Team or HR Director).
  • In-person and virtual learning sessions throughout the program.
  • Ongoing networking with program participants and HR leaders across the enterprise.
Rotations
  • 2-3 Rotations.
  • Rotations are focused on business needs while considering employee's interest.


Summary Pay Range:

$81,370.00 - $122,060.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Career Development*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement


* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:
July 1, 2026 - July 9, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

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About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
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