Mechanical Engineering Internship Summer

Position: Mechanical Engineering Internship (Spring & Summer 2027)

Mechanical Engineering Internship Program (Spring & Summer 2027) About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial, and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally.

Best-in-class engineering, design, and manufacturing, combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software, and monitoring solutions, result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged, and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

Shape a Sustainable Future with Copeland

At Copeland, we're driven by purpose and powered by people. Our Internship Program gives you the opportunity to gain real-world experience while contributing to innovative, sustainable solutions that make a difference for people and the planet.

As an intern, you'll be immersed in meaningful work, supported by expert mentors, and empowered to explore your potential across multiple areas of our business. From day one, you'll contribute your ideas, build meaningful skills, and take part in projects that have a direct impact on our products, operations, and customers.

This is a paid internship experience where you'll have opportunities to connect with fellow interns, engage with leaders across Copeland, and gain exposure to future career opportunities within our engineering organization.

What to Expect

• Real projects with real business impact from day one
• Hands-on engineering experience in a global manufacturing organization
• Mentorship from engineers and leaders invested in your development
• Networking and professional development opportunities
• Exposure to multiple engineering disciplines and career paths
• A collaborative, innovative, and inclusive culture

The Opportunity

Copeland is seeking talented Mechanical Engineering students for our Spring and Summer 2027 internship programs. By applying for this position, you will be considered for multiple engineering internship opportunities across Copeland rather than a single role. Our team will evaluate your background and interests to identify the best fit based on available openings and business needs.

Interns may be considered for opportunities within:

• Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
• Mechanical Design Engineering
• Project Engineering
• New Product Development
• Product Engineering
• Manufacturing Quality Engineering
• Compliance & Regulatory Engineering
• Applications Engineering
• Modeling & Simulation
• Air Management Engineering
• Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

Opportunities may be available in locations including:

• Sidney, Ohio
• St. Louis, Missouri
• Additional Copeland locations based on business needs

Potential Project Areas

Depending on business needs and your background, internship assignments may include:

Product & Design Engineering

• Assist with the design, development, and testing of HVACR products and components
• Support prototype builds and engineering evaluations
• Create and modify CAD models, drawings, and technical documentation
• Analyze product performance data and identify opportunities for improvement

Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

• Support manufacturing process improvements and automation initiatives
• Participate in continuous improvement and Lean projects
• Assist with equipment implementation, process validation, and plant optimization
• Analyze operational data to improve productivity and quality

Project Engineering & New Product…