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Student Intern - Service Technician/Diesel Mechanic - Earthmoving/Construction Equipment

CompanyMilton CAT
LocationIthaca
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 5, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will gain hands-on experience in the Earthmoving & Compact Equipment Service Department. They will have opportunities to apply their knowledge in various areas of the business.
Internship Type
other
Company Size
815
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Milton CAT is the Caterpillar Dealer for the Northeast region of the United States. Our territory includes Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and upstate New York. We are a private company, founded in 1960, owned by the family who started the business fifty years ago. Since those early days, Milton CAT has grown to 12 locations, and close to 1000 employees. We're consistently named one of the world's top CAT dealers in terms of sales volume and we're well-known for our progressive practices. In addition to the complete range of Caterpillar equipment, we also sell and service several other top brands that complement the Caterpillar brand. The company has two main divisions; Earthmoving and Power Systems. The Earthmoving Division sells, rents and supports machinery and work tools for segments that include the construction, landscaping, forestry, mining, quarry, crushing and screening and municipal sectors. The Power Systems Division sells, rents and supports power generators and air compressors, and has a specialized engineering group that works with customers to develop customized power systems. Those Milton CAT locations close to water have a marine focus; an industrial group markets engines to manufacturers to power their own machines; and the on-highway truck engine business is an important component for all of our locations.
About the Role

Overview

You have challenged yourself in an academic field and are ready to take that challenge to the next level.  Internships give you an opportunity to gain valuable, hands-on experience that lets you put your education to work.  Our openings are designed to fit into your school schedule, to see Milton Rents from the inside and decide if it’s the place to launch your career.

 

Each year, we hire internships for a variety of positions at our locations throughout New England and upstate New York. There are opportunities to apply your knowledge in areas that include finance, marketing, operations, warehousing and equipment repair and service. Interns have opportunities to be exposed to all facets of the business. This internship will be during Summer of 2026 and will be working in our Earthmoving & Compact Equipment Service Department.

 

This is a paid internship: $20.00/hour

 

Interns are considered valuable members of our team, and therefore earn benefits including:

  • Real world experience
  • Competitive salaries
  • Consideration for full-time employment when you graduate

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Must be currently enrolled as a student in a public, private or accredited academic institution majoring in a diesel or heavy equipment program.
  • Knowledge of diesel engine, electric generator, power distribution and associated equipment.  
  • Fast learner with a 3.0 or higher GPA on a 4.0 scale.
  • Excellent computer and related software skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability, and team-building skills are all advantages. 
  • Organization and time management skills.
  • Versatility and the flexibility to adapt to new situations are essential.
  • Able to commute to work location on a daily basis.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.  Your supervisor may request and assign you similar duties.

 

Resumes that are mailed, emailed or hand-delivered to Milton Rents or any employee will not be considered.  You must apply online.  A background check and drug test are required as part of our pre-employment process.

 

Milton Rents is an equal opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace.  We encourage applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women.  Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, handicap, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.  We base all employment decisions to further this principle of equal employment opportunity.  VEVRAA Federal Contractor.  EEO/AA employer.

Key Skills
Diesel Engine KnowledgeElectric Generator KnowledgePower Distribution KnowledgeComputer SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsLeadership AbilityTeam-Building SkillsOrganization SkillsTime Management SkillsVersatilityFlexibility
Categories
TradesConstructionEngineering
Benefits
Real World ExperienceCompetitive SalariesConsideration For Full-Time Employment When You Graduate