Summer Engineering Intern (May 2025 Start)

As a Summer Engineering Intern at Copeland, you will have an exciting array of responsibilities. You'll assist in resolving daily manufacturing issues, create and modify manufacturing routings, update fixtures and tool drawings, and help analyze specific manufacturing challenges. Additionally, you will play a role in updating our CIMCO database and creating necessary work instructions and process documentation. These tasks are designed to give you hands-on experience in the engineering field while fostering your problem-solving skills.

To apply for the Summer Engineering Intern position at Copeland, candidates should be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. A cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher is preferred. You should also be able to work full-time during the summer and part-time throughout the school year. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the U.S., as this position does not offer sponsorship.

Absolutely! At Copeland, we believe in fostering the growth of our interns through meaningful mentorship. As a Summer Engineering Intern, you will have the opportunity to learn from experienced managers and key business leaders, gaining valuable insights and guidance that will serve you well in your professional development.

Summer Engineering Interns at Copeland enjoy a range of benefits, including competitive compensation and a flexible dress code policy. Additionally, you'll have the chance for networking opportunities, professional development sessions, and the potential for full-time employment offers after graduation. We are committed to supporting our interns both personally and professionally as they grow with us.

Sustainability is at the core of Copeland's mission, and as a Summer Engineering Intern, you will be part of a team dedicated to creating climate technology that minimizes carbon emissions and enhances energy efficiency. By contributing to innovative projects and solutions, you'll have firsthand experience on how engineering can drive positive environmental change in residential, commercial, and industrial spaces.

When answering this question, emphasize your knowledge of HVACR technologies and their impact on energy efficiency, sustainability, and climate control. Discuss how innovations in this industry help protect temperature-sensitive goods and create comfortable living and working environments.

Discuss your systematic approach to troubleshooting, highlighting steps such as identifying the problem, gathering relevant data, analyzing causes, and implementing solutions. Providing an example of a past experience can strengthen your response.

Share any past experiences where you created or updated process documentation. Explain the importance of clear documentation in manufacturing and how it contributes to efficiency and consistency in production.

Provide a specific example of a project where you effectively collaborated with others. Highlight your role, the teamwork dynamics, and what you learned from the experience, reinforcing your interpersonal skills.

List any relevant software you’ve used, such as CAD programs for design, simulation software, or databases for project management. Explain how these tools helped you in past projects and your proficiency with them.

Discuss strategies you employ to manage time and prioritize tasks, such as creating a to-do list, assessing deadlines, and focusing on high-impact tasks first. Providing an example can enhance your answer.

Articulate your aspirations, such as gaining hands-on experience, building professional relationships, and contributing to impactful projects. Mention how these goals align with Copeland’s mission to innovate in climate technology.

Provide an example that showcases your ability to adapt and learn effectively. Discuss the context, how you approached the learning process, and how it contributed to your success in that particular situation.

Speak about the value of diverse perspectives in engineering problem-solving and innovation. Highlight the benefits of an inclusive environment where team members feel valued and how it fosters creativity and collaboration.

Reflect on your passion for engineering and the specific aspects that inspire you, such as problem-solving, innovation, and making tangible contributions to society. Connect your motivations to align with Copeland’s commitment to sustainability and technology.