2026 Supplier Quality & Development Intern Opportunities jobs in United States
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Copeland · 12 hours ago

2026 Supplier Quality & Development Intern Opportunities

Copeland is a global climate technologies company focused on sustainability, and they are seeking a Supplier Quality & Development Intern. This internship offers the opportunity to gain real-world experience while contributing to meaningful projects that enhance supplier quality and development processes.

CleanTechHeating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Sustainability
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Responsibilities

Evaluate suppliers by leading/conducting quality system audits using the Copeland Supplier Audit (CSA). Assist with source selection and development of suppliers regionally
Assist commodity specific SQE’s and the supplier in communicating requirements of a PPAP and supplier corrective actions as part of a Controlled Safe Launch Process. Audit supplier controls and processes are capable of consistently producing components meeting all requirements. Assure supplier PFMEA, Control Plans, and other process documentation is adequate to achieve a smooth product launch
Develop and support suppliers through visits, process audits, lean projects, providing manufacturing process technical guidance, and other means as appropriate
Quality Audits: Assist in Conducting regular audits of supplier facilities to ensure compliance with quality standards
Process Improvement: Collaborating with suppliers and internal partners to enhance manufacturing processes and reduce defects
Quality Control: Developing and implementing quality control plans, including inspection and testing procedures
Data Analysis: Analyzing quality data and trends to identify areas for improvement
Documentation: Maintaining records of supplier performance, quality audits, and corrective actions
Support new product development programs by participating in design reviews and provide commodity related design improvement suggestions for global sourcing, design/manufacturing optimization, and process/tool design

Qualification

Quality engineering experienceAPQPStatistical Process ControlISO 9001IATF16949Problem SolvingProcess Improvement TechniquesQuality AuditingEngineering drawings interpretationWritten communicationVerbal communicationLeadership

Required

Currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor's degree in related field
Legal authorization to work in the United States – Sponsorship will not be provided for this role
Quality engineering experience including formal training in: APQP; Flow Charting, Control plans, PFMEA, Statistical Process Control, Measurement System Analysis (Gage R&R)
Written and verbal communication and leadership thru all levels of a global corporation. Preparing slides for communication to leadership
Problem Solving, Corrective Action, Process Improvement Techniques, Quality Auditing; Quality Systems; ISO 9001 and/or IATF16949
Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Manufacturing
Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications including GD&T

Preferred

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Major in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, electrical engineering, materials engineering, or chemical engineering
Anticipated Graduation of May 2027

Benefits

Medical insurance plans
Dental and vision coverage
401(k)
Flexible time off plans
Paid parental leave
Vacation and holiday leave

Company

Copeland

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copeland provides comfort to the people though sustainable recidential, commercial and through HVACR Technologies.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$2.5M
Key Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-08-08Grant· $2.5M

Leadership Team

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Ross B. Shuster
Chief Executive Officer
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Ken Monnier
Chief Technology Officer
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