Copeland - Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Internship, application via RippleMatch

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Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Internship

Location: St. Louis, MO

Available Term: Summer 2026: May 18-Aug 14

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 3-4 month paid learning 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

The mission of the Electronics and Controls AME team is to drive and lead change, embed flexibility into manufacturing processes, and pursue lights-out manufacturing through automation-focused design. We are committed to advancing manufacturing technologies, guided by Copeland’s core values: Excellence, Innovation, Partnership, Respect, and Responsibility. These principles are the foundation of our work and the key to our success.

We create value by challenging conventional methods and implementing groundbreaking automation and manufacturing solutions. This role will support strategic initiatives and aid in the transition from 2D to 3D plant layouts using Siemens NX. Additional responsibilities include conducting data analysis, performing capacity studies, and supporting data standardization efforts.

Key Responsibilities & Your Day-to-Day

• Support AME initiatives including 3D plant layouts, capacity studies, and manufacturing data analytics

• Contribute to projects in automation, test engineering, electronics manufacturing, and MES implementation

• Assist with technology assessments and new product development (NPD) efforts

• Gain hands-on experience in project execution and business transformation

• Collaborate with a diverse, skilled team to strengthen engineering and manufacturing skillsets

• Build practical knowledge to prepare for a future career in advanced manufacturing

What You Bring

• 3D CAD of electronic manufacturing lines, cells, fixtures, equipment

• Capacity studies and process development

• Test equipment asset management process creation

• Digital transformation - Asset management data linked to capital planning based on equipment health.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor's degree in one of the following Engineering disciplines: Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

• Anticipated Graduation of December 2026 or May 2027

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

Why Copeland?

• Conversion focused program offering competitive compensation and benefits

• Flexible dress code and collaborative work environment

• Access to social, networking, and professional development events

• Relocation assistance may be provided to program participants who reside more than 51 miles from the internship location.

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.