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For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. With 2024 sales and revenues of $64.8 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.
Caterpillar Inc. is launching its Career Kickstart Program 2025, a 1-year graduate programme designed to develop talented individuals who are eager to make an impact across Marketing, Strategy, Product Support, Sales, and Business Development. From day one, participants will gain access to mentorship, real-world projects, and hands-on experience that shapes innovation and sustainable solutions across Africa.
Programme Highlights
- Full-time contract: October 2025 – September 2026
- Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
- Work Schedule: 40 hours/week, onsite 5 days per week
- Regional and global exposure through travel
- Work directly with industry experts and contribute to strategic projects
Minimum Requirements
- Valid passport (must be valid through September 2026)
- Fluent in English
- Willingness to travel locally and internationally
- Proficiency in MS Office / Office 365
- 1 internship completed or 1–2 years of experience
- Excellent communication, teamwork, presentation skills, and initiative
Preferred Qualifications
- A degree in:
- Business
- Marketing
- Engineering
- or a related field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Passion for customer engagement, learning, and career growth
- A commercially sharp and results-driven mindset
What You’ll Work On
- Understand Caterpillar’s products, clients, and business strategies
- Collaborate with teams across:
- Marketing
- Digital Solutions
- Sales
- Product Support
- Strategy
- Solve real business problems through hands-on projects
- Contribute to regional growth initiatives across Africa
- Receive mentorship and tailored training to grow professionally