What to Expect in our Co-op Program:

Expand your technical and professional skills in a real-world setting. Copeland co-ops are given meaningful work, support, and mentorship from experienced managers and key business leaders. There is the potential to gain knowledge and experience in a variety of ways by exploring opportunities associated with your major and rotating through multiple departments.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation, flexible dress code policy, and paid holidays

• Housing stipends for eligible students and a list of nearby housing options for relocation

• Access to our newly renovated fitness center and wellness program

• Opportunities for networking and professional development

• Our co-ops are a key talent pipeline for full-time employment opportunities after graduation at our many locations.

As an Engineering Co-op, You Will:

• Support electric motor new product development and cost reduction project functions

• Participate and present project updates in recurring engineering reviews and meetings

• Prepare sample order requests, test procedures, and test reports.

• Complete engineering change orders, drawing markups, and bills of material changes

• Perform laboratory experiments, material analysis, and competitor motor analysis with the help of engineering technicians.

Who You Are:

You define issues and can map out a process. You stay on top of new communications technologies. You solicit both input and discussion. You balance planning with action.

Required Education, Experience & Skills:

• Undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Materials Engineering

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Excel

• Legal Authorization to work in the United States – Sponsorship will not be provided for this role

Preferred Education, Experience & Skills:

• 2.75 Cumulative GPA

• Familiarity with HVAC systems

• Understanding of basic electric machines (induction and BPM motors)

• Operating instrumentations and meters using test procedures and user manuals

Schedule

This role has the flexibility of a core hour schedule. You can choose to flex your start and stop times given you are working during the core hours of 9:00am - 3:00pm. Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and productivity as we serve the needs of our customers. This position will begin as soon as you're able to and will require working 40 hours a week. This term runs from January - April or May.

Benefits

Copeland places a high value on ensuring that team members have a good work-life balance. We provide access to a competitive benefits package, including the following: medical insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401k participation with a competitive immediate match, fitness center, holiday pay, and an online wellness rewards program. Team member resource groups ensure that the Copeland values are incorporated into everyday team member life.

Why Work in St. Louis, Missouri

Our facility is in St. Louis, famous for its Gateway Arch standing at 630 feet tall. St Louis is a family-friendly, historic metropolitan area with a low cost of living and first-class schools. The city offers excellent restaurants, shopping areas, art galleries, and numerous festivals throughout the year, making this an exciting place to live and work.

About our Location

This location is the host of Copeland's corporate headquarters and Commercial and Residential Solutions Tools, Hermetic Motors, and other businesses. Our products, such as the InSinkErator, Sensi, and RIDGID have become household names that support the comfort and well-being of our customers. The ComRes platform employees at this location provide support to the various businesses within Commercial and Residential Solutions, allowing for many networking opportunities across businesses. The connectedness between ComRes and Corporate employees allows for a close relationship and the opportunity to explore opportunities across Copeland.

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Copeland, we believe having a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is critical to our success. We are committed to creating a culture where every employee feels welcomed, heard, respected, and valued for their experiences, ideas, perspectives and expertise. Ultimately, our diverse and inclusive culture is the key to driving industry-leading innovation, better serving our customers and making a positive impact in the communities where we live.

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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About Copeland

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 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!

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