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Product Development Intern roles sit at the intersection of engineering, design, and market research, making them a strong CPT fit when your program includes coursework in product management, industrial engineering, or UX. Your DSO must document how the internship ties directly to your curriculum before you start work.
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Get Access To All JobsBe a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.
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Job Summary:
Trane Technologies has an exciting opportunity for an onsite position in our Engineering Test Laboratory (Lab) in La Crosse, Wisconsin as an HVAC Product Development Technician Intern. Your primary function in this temporary position is testing of New Product Development (NPD), sustainability, and quality improvement projects, in addition to some agency compliance. Your technician role would support qualifying Trane Commercial Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) products. The job requires problem solving, troubleshooting, and collaboration with other lab and engineering team members to ensure timely completion of projects.
This is an hourly position that pays $22 per hour and is overtime eligible. Hours are flexible to accommodate school schedule. We prefer that the chosen applicant work at least 15-20 hours per week during the school year and 40-hours per week during the summer through the length of the internship.
Responsibilities:
- Work safely and maintain a safe work area in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Support product development activities by operating Commercial HVAC equipment, controlling test facilities, and collecting experimental test data, with guidance from senior laboratory staff
- Assist with installation, modification, and build of developmental Commercial HVAC equipment and components, following engineering, agency, and test requirements
- Assist Test Engineering and other Technicians to install and utilize laboratory test equipment including data acquisition systems, power analyzers, flow equipment, pressure, and temperature measurement devices
- Assist in the troubleshooting and repair of Trane Commercial HVAC technologies and equipment
Qualifications
- Currently and actively enrolled in an Associate Degree program in HVAC or 2-year equivalent degree program in HVAC at an accredited school
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook) required, with desire to learn basic programming in Visual Basic is preferred
- EPA Type Universal Certification or willingness to become certified
Key Competencies:
- Basic grasp of refrigeration related thermodynamic principles and mechanical troubleshooting is preferred
- Demonstrates basic knowledge on measuring/inspection instruments and or mechanical and electrical components and their principles, properties, and theories
- Basic understanding of schematics, reading, and interpreting engineering drawings, technical reports, safety rules, operation, and maintenance instructions
- Ability to understand and follow current work instructions and applicable test standards
- Ability to help solve practical problems and deal with a variety of complex variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills in order to listen and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees in the organization
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced team environment
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
Compensation Type:
Hourly
Incentive Eligible:
No
Sales Commission Eligible:
No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Safety Sensitive Role:
No
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.
Where is the work:
Job Summary:
Trane Technologies has an exciting opportunity for an onsite position in our Engineering Test Laboratory (Lab) in La Crosse, Wisconsin as an HVAC Product Development Technician Intern. Your primary function in this temporary position is testing of New Product Development (NPD), sustainability, and quality improvement projects, in addition to some agency compliance. Your technician role would support qualifying Trane Commercial Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) products. The job requires problem solving, troubleshooting, and collaboration with other lab and engineering team members to ensure timely completion of projects.
This is an hourly position that pays $22 per hour and is overtime eligible. Hours are flexible to accommodate school schedule. We prefer that the chosen applicant work at least 15-20 hours per week during the school year and 40-hours per week during the summer through the length of the internship.
Responsibilities:
- Work safely and maintain a safe work area in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Support product development activities by operating Commercial HVAC equipment, controlling test facilities, and collecting experimental test data, with guidance from senior laboratory staff
- Assist with installation, modification, and build of developmental Commercial HVAC equipment and components, following engineering, agency, and test requirements
- Assist Test Engineering and other Technicians to install and utilize laboratory test equipment including data acquisition systems, power analyzers, flow equipment, pressure, and temperature measurement devices
- Assist in the troubleshooting and repair of Trane Commercial HVAC technologies and equipment
Qualifications
- Currently and actively enrolled in an Associate Degree program in HVAC or 2-year equivalent degree program in HVAC at an accredited school
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook) required, with desire to learn basic programming in Visual Basic is preferred
- EPA Type Universal Certification or willingness to become certified
Key Competencies:
- Basic grasp of refrigeration related thermodynamic principles and mechanical troubleshooting is preferred
- Demonstrates basic knowledge on measuring/inspection instruments and or mechanical and electrical components and their principles, properties, and theories
- Basic understanding of schematics, reading, and interpreting engineering drawings, technical reports, safety rules, operation, and maintenance instructions
- Ability to understand and follow current work instructions and applicable test standards
- Ability to help solve practical problems and deal with a variety of complex variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills in order to listen and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees in the organization
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced team environment
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
Compensation Type:
Hourly
Incentive Eligible:
No
Sales Commission Eligible:
No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Safety Sensitive Role:
No
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsProduct Development Intern CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Development Intern role qualify for CPT authorization?
It qualifies when your academic program includes coursework directly related to the role, product management, engineering design, market analysis, or UX research are common examples. Your DSO makes the final determination based on your specific curriculum. Roles that involve only administrative or clerical tasks are harder to justify even under a product development title.
Can I do CPT for a startup that doesn't have an HR department?
Yes. CPT authorization is school-issued and doesn't depend on the employer's size or HR infrastructure. The employer needs to provide a signed offer letter describing your responsibilities and employment dates. Your school processes the authorization through SEVIS, so the employer has no filing obligation before your start date.
What happens if my CPT authorization doesn't arrive before my start date?
You can't begin work until your updated I-20 showing CPT authorization is in hand. Starting early, even by one day, is considered unauthorized employment and can affect future visa status. Build in at least two weeks between submitting your CPT request to your DSO and your intended start date to absorb any processing delays.
How do I find Product Development Intern roles where the employer understands F-1 CPT?
Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with documented work-authorization experience for F-1 students. Targeting companies already familiar with CPT onboarding significantly reduces the risk of an offer falling through because the employer is unwilling to provide the required offer letter or navigate the I-9 process for students.
Does using more than 12 months of full-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility?
Yes. Twelve months or more of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, regardless of total duration, doesn't affect OPT. If your product development internship is full-time across multiple semesters, track your cumulative authorized hours carefully with your DSO to protect your post-graduation work authorization options.