Caterpillar
Caterpillar Career Growth & Development
Caterpillar Employee Perspectives
I learned quite quickly that Cat Digital was going to give me opportunities to succeed and grow in my career. Not long after joining, I was empowered to take on more and more leadership duties with the security assurance testing team.
One of my responsibilities as a manager is to help my team members reach their full potential. That means finding the right roles for the right people and working with people to learn and grow.
What People Are Saying About Caterpillar
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Professional Development: Rotational programs (e.g., Leadership & Technical Development, Engineering, Digital & IT, Field Representative) provide multi‑year assignments, formal training, mentoring, and broad exposure designed to accelerate growth. A Returning Professionals Development Program and role‑tied development plans extend structured upskilling beyond early career.
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Training & Education Access: Learning resources, role‑specific courses, tuition reimbursement, online course subscriptions, paid certifications, and virtual coaching are highlighted as widely available. Internal learning infrastructure (often referenced as Caterpillar University) reinforces a mature L&D ecosystem.
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Internal Mobility: Movement across functions, sites, and disciplines is emphasized, and mobility is often cited as a way to accelerate advancement. Employee resource groups and cross‑company networks provide added visibility that can support transitions.
Caterpillar's Benefits
Allows employees to pursue continuing education during work hours
Hosts Lunch and Learns
Job training & conferences
Provides online course subscriptions
Provides paid industry certifications
Provides tuition reimbursement
Provides virtual coaching services
Promote from within
Provides customized development tracks
