Technician Training Program - Full-time Mechanical Internship
Mustang CAT has supported Houston’s growth for more than 70 years and is now proud to support transitioning service members through this heavy equipment technician SkillBridge internship. This program delivers hands-on experience, Caterpillar-specific training, and real mentorship in a high-demand industry. Participants will work in a shop environment, gain experience on Caterpillar equipment, and receive career development support to prepare for life after service.
As a Cat Heavy Equipment Mechanic, your primary responsibility is to determine the status of services needed for various heavy and light construction equipment and perform the necessary repairs and maintenance to restore the equipment to proper operation. This includes set-up, repair, service, diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and installation of replacement parts on Caterpillar diesel-powered heavy equipment. If you'd like to apply, visit our website (https://www.mustangcat.com/careers/) and search "SkillBridge.
91B, 91H, 91L, 3521, 3522, 1341, CM, EN, MM, 2T3X1, 2A6X6, 3E2X1, MK, DC, EM
Must be within 180 days of transition from military service (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard)Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internshipEducation: HS Diploma or equivalentOpen to all qualified transitioning active-duty U.S. service members, both officer and enlisted, of any rank and branch
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Interview prep for this program▸
- ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
- ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
- ▸ "The listing says 61 - 90 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
- ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
- ▸ "You list 91B, 91H, 91L — what did interns from those specialties end up doing here?"
- ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
- ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
- ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
- ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway