Accelerate: Early Career Development Program in Engineering or Operations 2026

Copeland • St Louis, MO

12d

About The Position

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 eng ineering to strategic global operations. You’ll gain a 360-degree view o f 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 sha p e 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.

Requirements

• 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 intern ships that i ncluded 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Work on real projects that matter and shape the future of our business
• Design innovative engineering solutions or optimizing critical manufacturing processes
• Work on a significant Capstone project to solve a real technical or operational challenge
• Present to senior leaders, showcasing your skills , innovative thinking, and impact on the organization
• Participate in a tailored development plan and learning path designed to align with your unique career aspirations, strengths, and opportunity areas

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees