2026 Leadership & Technical Development Program - Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Job at Caterpillar Inc., Peoria, IL

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  • Caterpillar Inc.
  • Peoria, IL

Job Description

Career Area:

Environmental Health and Safety

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.

Your Impact 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.

About the Role

Caterpillar's Leadership and Technical Development Program (LTDP) for Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) is a three-year rotational program designed to accelerate development of entry-level talent and provide a solid foundation for meeting EHS challenges within operations and manufacturing. Being part of the LTDP team offers you a broad exposure to Caterpillar, presents diverse project responsibilities, engages you in a global team, provides cross-functional job experiences and includes valuable networking opportunities with all levels of Caterpillar leadership. This program provides the opportunity to build foundational technical and leadership skills for future success within the organization.

What You Will Do

Professionals within the program will complete three 12-month rotations, which are defined based on business needs. You must be willing to travel and relocate to any participating facility in North America upon hire and throughout each rotation while in the program. You'll join a team with diverse project responsibilities and have experiences including (but not limited to):

  • Facility EHS : Responsible for the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) strategy, while also completing specific EHS assignments in support of the facility performance and compliance.

  • Corporate/Enterprise EHS : Responsible for enterprise safety driven strategy initiatives.

  • Front Line Leadership: Responsible for overseeing production or logistics activities, supervising daily worker tasks, coordinating between teams, ensuring safety, and monitoring performance.

What You Have - Skills and Experiences

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute your unique skills and experiences. Below are some of the most critical skills:

  • Analytical skills, initiating ideas, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities

  • Ability to work with others of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and abilities in a constructive and collaborative manner.

  • Organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ability to quickly gain and effectively apply new skills & knowledge

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Participate in and build on our inclusive, constructive, and productive work environment

  • Ensure all team member's contributions are recognized and valued

Degree Requirements:

  • Currently pursuing an accredited Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental, Health, & Safety, Safety Management, Occupational Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or other relevant EHS Degrees at the time of applying. Selected candidates must obtain their degree before they start.

  • 2026 start dates will be a mutually agreeable Monday in either January or June.

Other Requirements:

  • Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.8/4.0 (no rounding) at current institution

  • Must be willing to travel and relocate domestically

Top Candidates will also possess:

  • Previous relevant work experience or internship in EHS, manufacturing, supply chain or operations industry

  • Leadership involvement on campus, community service and/or extracurricular activities

  • An interest in leading and developing others

  • Strong teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills

  • Demonstrated knowledge of environmental, health, & safety principles

Additional Information:

  • Please attach your resume and an unofficial copy of your transcript to your application.

  • Applicants will be considered for positions throughout the United States.

  • Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

  • Relocation is available to those that qualify

  • This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Final details:

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application - please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

Recent graduates should explore our direct hire positions at . For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website .

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

Summary Pay Range:
$79,800.00 - $119,760.00
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

Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at

Posting Dates:

July 1, 2025 - July 12, 2025

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Internship, Rotational program, Relocation, Currently hiring, Flexible hours,

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