Sidney, OH, USA
St. Louis, MO, USA
Full time
JR117642
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 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!
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.
This is a paid internship experience where you'll have the chance to connect with other interns and engage with leaders across Copeland. You'll work alongside passionate professionals who are committed to helping you grow, both personally and professionally. From day one, you'll contribute your ideas, build meaningful skills, and take part in hands-on projects that make a real impact on our business and the world around us.
What to Expect
Real projects with real impact from day one
Mentorship from leaders who are invested in your growth
Opportunities to explore multiple departments and career paths
A culture built on collaboration, innovation, and inclusion
Ready to build what's next for your future and the world? Join us at Copeland!
The Team & Role
Copeland is seeking talented students interested in Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, Quality, and Continuous Improvement opportunities for our Spring and Summer 2027 Internship Programs.
By applying to this position, you will be considered for multiple internship opportunities across Copeland rather than a single role. Our recruiting team will evaluate your background, interests, and experience to identify potential matches based on available openings and business needs.
As an intern, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting the teams responsible for sourcing materials, optimizing operations, improving quality, enhancing manufacturing processes, and delivering products to customers around the world. You'll collaborate with experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain exposure to how supply chain, procurement, manufacturing, quality, and operations functions work together to drive business results.
Potential opportunities may be available within:
Supply Chain Planning
Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
Supplier Quality & Development
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Engineering
Logistics & Distribution
Materials Management
Operational Excellence
Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
Operations Analytics
Opportunities may be available across multiple Copeland locations throughout the United States.
Available Internship Terms
January 11, 2027 - May 14, 2027
May 17, 2027 - August 13, 2027
Potential Projects May Include
Supporting supply chain, procurement, and supplier development initiatives
Analyzing operational, inventory, quality, and supplier performance data
Participating in process improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement projects
Assisting with supplier quality audits, corrective actions, and product launch activities
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve business and operational challenges
Developing recommendations that improve quality, efficiency, delivery, and cost performance
Key Responsibilities & Your Day-to-Day
Apply classroom knowledge to real-world business and operational challenges
Analyze data, identify trends, and recommend improvements
Support projects across supply chain, manufacturing, procurement, quality, and operations teams
Participate in team, department, and project meetings
Collaborate with cross-functional business partners
Develop and present project updates and recommendations
Assist with process improvement, operational excellence, and business optimization initiatives
Gain experience in manufacturing, distribution, and business operations environments
What You Bring
You enjoy solving problems, working with data, and finding opportunities to improve processes and business performance. You are collaborative, curious, and eager to learn how products move from suppliers through manufacturing and ultimately to customers.
Successful candidates may have an interest in:
Supply Chain Management
Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Systems
Logistics & Distribution
Continuous Improvement
Lean Manufacturing
Data Analytics
Project Management
Operational Excellence
Minimum Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in a related field
Ability to work during the Spring 2027 and/or Summer 2027 internship terms
Legal authorization to work in the United States. Sponsorship will not be provided for this role.
Preferred Qualifications
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience leading projects, teams, student organizations, or process improvement initiatives
Interest in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, procurement, quality, or continuous improvement
Expected graduation between December 2027 and May 2028
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) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, 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 Inclusion & Belonging
At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.
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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With $5B of global revenue, Copeland is a leading provider of compression products, electronics, software, and solutions across many applications within Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), where macro and regulatory trends towards environmental sustainability, leads to changes in HVACR technology. Other products include other heating applications, food service and retail, transportation, and healthcare/life sciences. This new business also has a solution portfolio that manages, monitors, and controls refrigeration units in the commercial setting, as well as software solutions that measure and monitor temperature conditions of refrigerated goods in transit, where there is a greater emphasis on energy management/sustainability solutions globally.
