Accelerate: Early Career Development Program in Engineering or Operations 2026

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The Role
The program offers rotational experiences in engineering and operations for recent graduates, emphasizing real-world projects, collaboration, and mentorship. Participants will develop skills while working globally and engaging in hands-on R&D or control systems.
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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! 

Description:

Are you ready to dive into a career with an organization that challenges you to think big, innovate, and make an impact through creating sustainable solutions that improve lives and protect our planet? Accelerate, Copeland’s Rotational Early Career Development Program in Engineering and Operations is designed to do just that—and more. 

What’s in it for You? 

  • Diverse Experiences: Over 2 years, rotate through various locations and departments, from industry-leading cutting-edge engineering to strategic global operations. You’ll gain a 360-degree view of our business, equipping you with the skills and insights needed to excel. Each strategic rotation is designed to challenge you, broaden your skills, and prepare you for career advancement. 

  • Real-World Impact: You won’t just learn - you’ll do. From day one, you’ll be working on real projects that matter and shape the future of our business. Whether it’s designing innovative engineering solutions or optimizing critical manufacturing processes, you’ll be at the forefront of our most exciting challenges. Participants will have the chance to work on a significant Capstone project to solve a real technical or operational challenge. You’ll have the opportunity to present to senior leaders, showcasing your skills, innovative thinking, and impact on the organization. 

  • Culture of Collaboration, Mentorship & Networking: Join a community of innovators and problem-solvers. Connect with industry leaders and seasoned professionals who are eager to share their knowledge. You’ll be paired with a mentor dedicated to your success and be able to build a network that will support you throughout your career. 

  • Career Growth: This isn’t just a job – it's the launchpad for your future success. By the end of the program, you’ll be ready to take on advanced roles and drive your career in engineering or operations forward with confidence. 

  • Global Opportunities: We’re a company with a global reach, and our rotational program reflects that. Our program offers the potential for international assignments, giving you a global perspective and the chance to see the world while you work. Experience different cultures and markets while contributing to local and global initiatives. 

  • Intentional and Individualized Learning and Development: We believe in the power of individual growth. That’s why each participant will have a tailored development plan and learning path designed to align with your unique career aspirations, strengths, and opportunity areas. 

Profiles we are seeking:

Profile 1: Global Controls, Reliability & Safety Engineering Focus

Candidates with an interest or foundation in industrial automation, control systems, and functional safety who want to help develop and deploy global standards, support risk and safety assessments, and collaborate across manufacturing, EHS and advanced manufacturing technology teams to improve system integrity and operational reliability.

Profile 2: Embedded Systems, Automation & R&D Innovation Focus

Candidates excited by hands-on R&D work involving embedded systems, automated controls, and data acquisition combining hardware and software (using C/C++, Python, and/or LabVIEW) to prototype, test, and validate next generation HVACR technologies in a multidisciplinary innovation environment.

What we are looking for: 

  • Upcoming or recent University undergraduates and early career professionals with an educational focus and passion in engineering, operations, or supply chain. 

  • Minimum graduation GPA of 3.0. 

  • Previous co-op or internships that included leading projects and collaborating across functions or teams. 

  • Ability and willingness to relocate and work at various Copeland locations for each six-month rotation, mostly in the United States, but potential for an international assignment. 

  • Ability to commit to a 2-year rotational program. 

  • Ability to start program June 15, 2026.

  • Legal Authorization to work in the United States – Sponsorship will not be provided for these roles. 

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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. 

If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: [email protected] 

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The Company
HQ: St. Louis, Missouri
3,381 Employees

What We Do

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. Today, we are building on our 100-year legacy through industry-leading innovation, putting Copeland at the forefront of positive change. We create sustainable residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We maintain the integrity of goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally.

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