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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.
We boldly go.
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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 JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Product Development Intern
Document your technical credentials before applying
Gather transcripts, degree certificates, and any design or engineering coursework portfolios now. PERM labor certification requires your employer to verify your qualifications meet the position's minimum requirements, and gaps in documentation slow the process significantly.
Search for employers with active PERM filings
Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify companies that have filed PERM applications for product development or related roles. Employers already running PERM cases for similar positions have the legal infrastructure and employer-side willingness to sponsor again.
Target R&D-intensive companies over early-stage startups
Large consumer goods, medical device, and technology manufacturers are far more likely to sponsor interns for green cards than seed-stage startups, which typically lack the HR and legal resources required to manage a multi-year PERM process.
Clarify sponsorship intent before accepting an offer
Ask directly during the offer stage whether the company has sponsored interns or junior employees for EB-2 or EB-3 before. A hiring manager who can name a specific case is a stronger signal than a recruiter who says sponsorship is theoretically possible.
Use Migrate Mate to filter green card sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate specifically for Product Development Intern roles tied to verified sponsorship history. Filtering by green card sponsorship at this stage saves you from applying to employers who only support H-1B and have no PERM experience for early-career positions.
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Find Product Development Intern JobsProduct Development Intern Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Product Development Intern position qualify for green card sponsorship?
Yes, but it requires the employer to classify the role as a permanent position requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Intern titles can qualify under EB-3 if the job duties and minimum requirements meet DOL and USCIS standards. Companies in medical devices, consumer electronics, and manufacturing are most likely to have existing PERM processes for these roles.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B is a temporary status with an annual cap and lottery, while EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery risk. The PERM process takes longer upfront, often 18 to 36 months from filing to approval, but your residency is not tied to a specific employer once you reach the I-485 stage under portability rules.
What does PERM labor certification actually require from my employer?
Your employer must run a DOL-supervised recruitment process to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers applied for the role. This includes specific job postings, documentation of all applicants reviewed, and a prevailing wage determination filed with DOL. The employer bears the legal and administrative burden, but you need to ensure your credentials match the posted minimum requirements exactly.
How do I find Product Development Intern jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for employers with verified green card sponsorship history, including PERM filings for product development roles. This removes the guesswork of cold-applying to companies that only sponsor H-1B transfers and have never filed PERM for an intern or junior-level product role.
Does my country of birth affect my EB-3 green card wait time for this role?
Yes. If you were born in India or China, EB-3 priority date backlogs can extend your wait by a decade or more. Nationals from most other countries face significantly shorter waits and sometimes current priority dates. Check the USCIS Visa Bulletin monthly to track your category and understand when you can file for adjustment of status.
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