Solar Turbines

Solar Turbines

2027 Business Analyst Intern

San Diego, California · Intern · Internship

No sponsorship$23k-$40kDetected 5 days ago
Data VisualizationExcelOperations ManagementSupply ChainProcess ImprovementMechanical DesignResearchLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingPublic SpeakingLean Manufacturing

About the role

  • Career Area: Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
  • The Quality & Process Improvement Internship serves as an entry-level opportunity supporting the Quality and Process Improvement function.
  • This position offers exposure to senior leaders and cross-functional collaboration across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, information technologies, and operations teams.

Nice to have

  • Demonstrated work experience (internships, part-time roles, research assistantships) or leadership experience (student organizations, volunteer projects, etc.).
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with an interest in identifying and eliminating process inefficiencies.
  • Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, root cause corrective action methodologies, or continuous improvement concepts through coursework, projects, or experience.
  • Understanding of process mapping, error-proofing (poka-yoke), waste reduction, and data-driven decision-making principles.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team environments.
  • Takes initiative, has a high energy level, and acts with a sense of urgency.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present analytical findings and recommendations to diverse audiences.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Minitab, JMP, or other analytical and visualization tools is a plus.

Skills

  • Assists in root cause analysis and corrective action activities for quality and process-related issues.
  • Collects, categorizes, audits, and analyzes operational and quality data using standard analytical techniques.
  • Identifies process inefficiencies and opportunities for error-proofing (poka-yoke) and waste reduction.
  • Prepares research reports, business cases, and presentation materials for internal stakeholders and leadership.
  • Translates complex data and findings into clear, actionable recommendations for decision-making.

Compensation

  • Intern Hourly Rate:
  • An intern's hourly rate is based on the major/degree being pursued and the number of completed academic hours achieved before the start of the internship.

Benefits

  • Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Housing Stipend
  • Medical coverage
  • Voluntary benefits
  • The total rewards package, beyond base salary, may include if eligible:

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

This listing is sourced directly from Solar Turbines's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.