About the role#
Copeland is seeking engineering students for our Mechanical Engineering Internship Program. This is a full-time, paid internship experience designed to provide hands-on exposure to climate technology and manufacturing. You will be considered for various opportunities across our engineering organization based on your background and interests. Projects may span areas such as mechanical design, advanced manufacturing, product development, and compliance.
What you'll do#
- Apply classroom knowledge to real engineering challenges.
- Assist with the design, development, and testing of HVACR products and components.
- Create and modify CAD models, drawings, and technical documentation.
- Support manufacturing process improvements, automation initiatives, and Lean projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality, and supply chain.
- Conduct testing, data collection, and technical analysis.
- Assist with project planning, documentation, and reporting.
- Present findings and recommendations to engineering leaders.
- Help maintain testing records and support product compliance activities.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Aerospace, or Electromechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Availability to work during the Winter 2027 or Summer 2027 terms.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Experience through engineering projects, student organizations, research, or previous internships.
- Exposure to CAD, 3D modeling, manufacturing processes, data analysis, Lean principles, or quality systems.
Location & details#
- Locations: Sidney, Ohio, and St. Louis, Missouri.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Sponsorship: Not provided.
About Copeland
Copeland manufactures compression technologies and control solutions for HVAC, cold chain, and industrial applications. The company operates in over 40 countries and maintains a workforce of approximately 18,000 people. It is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. The business focuses on energy and refrigerant transitions while supporting the storage of perishable goods.
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