Electrical Engineering Co-op

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! 

Engineering Co-op – St. Louis, MO

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 reliability engineering with hand-on product assessment and evaluations of electric motors,
• Support materials engineering group through component qualification testing and the construction/teardown of refrigeration test vessels used for extraction testing.
• Support the troubleshooting of Copeland test systems.  This includes, but not limited to reviewing electrical schematics, building PCB controller boards, and/or the use of precise electrical equipment used for our dynamometers.
• Support all engineering lab work order requests.

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

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. 

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