Copeland

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

• Event opportunities through our social and professional development co-op committees

Our co-ops are a key talent pipeline for full-time employment opportunities after graduation at our many locations.

If you are a student looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! This role is an exciting opportunity to support the HVACR Technologies business. Based in our Dayton, OH location at our Helix Innovation Center, you will work closely with a project lead and team throughout the semester.

AS AN INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP CO-OP, YOU WILL:

• Build businesses that deliver value to Copeland customers by solving their burning problems

• Do Business Development & Strategy work to discover needs of customers and align them with innovative technology and robust business models

• Build a deep understanding of the project: stakeholders, technology, and environment

• Design & run tests to evaluate the strength of a business opportunity

• Build research plans & conduct interviews with customers

• Collaborate with engineers, designers, technicians, subject matter experts and business leaders

WHO YOU ARE:

You try different solutions for problems and learn from the results. You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive. You focus on creating an effective collaborative style. You prepare content for communication that is impactful.​​​​​​

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Design, Entrepreneurship, Sustainability, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or related field

• Ability to work potentially 40 hours per week during the scheduled semester

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

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Design, Entrepreneurship, Sustainability, Social Sciences, or Business Administration

• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher

• Sophomore or higher class status

• Experience doing business development work

• Experience working & brainstorming in interdisciplinary teams

• Confidence in managing and building your own To-do list from complex project requirements

• Confidence in writing and communicating – high attention to detail

• Comfort in both leadership and followership roles

• Enjoys learning fast and has fun exploring BIG questions

Benefits

Copeland places a high value on ensuring that employees 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, holiday pay, and an online wellness rewards program. Employee resource groups, including a very active Diversity and Inclusion committee, ensure that the Copeland values are incorporated into everyday employee life.

Why Work in the Greater Miami Valley Area

Our facility is in Dayton, OH, once home to the Wright Brothers, Dayton is known for its innovation and patents. Dayton is the sixth largest city in the Ohio area, not far from Cincinnati. The city has many restaurants, shopping areas, sporting facilities, and a busy downtown district. The outdoors is also a large part of the Dayton district, with a variety of outdoor activities available year-round.

About our Location

The Helix Innovation center is a 40,000-square-foot facility located on the University of Dayton’s campus in Dayton, Ohio. The Helix Center includes five, full-scale, simulated environments including a working commercial kitchen, a two-story residential home, a grocery store, a data center, and a light commercial building. The Helix Innovation Center is advancing research and education for the global HVACR industry by simulating how our products directly impact the industry, and through our innovation and research to continuously improve the food safety and quality for consumers, from farm to fork. With the blend of businesses and functions represented under this one roof, there are many opportunities for advancement within the Helix Innovation Center location.

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), tuition reimbursement, and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), 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 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Copeland, we believe having a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is critical to our success. We are committed to creating a culture where every employee feels welcomed, heard, respected, and valued for their experiences, ideas, perspectives and expertise. Ultimately, our diverse and inclusive culture is the key to driving industry-leading innovation, better serving our customers and making a positive impact in the communities where we live.

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.

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About Copeland

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!

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