New Product Development Internships
New product development internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working product development professionals, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Wabtec, Carrier, and Avery Dennison among the employers posting roles now.
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Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.
About this role
- Contribute and Support analysis, modeling, testing, and evaluation of Refrigeration and Air System design of new Commercial HVAC Products
- Apply heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics to HVAC and refrigeration technologies
Key Responsibilities
- Perform engineering modeling, simulation, and analysis in heat transfer and thermal sciences
- Support laboratory testing and experimental data collection
- Analyze results and communicate technical findings
Basic Qualifications
- Must be currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in any Engineering field.
- Must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Foundational knowledge of heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and HVAC systems.
- Experience with FEA/CFD modelling.
Pay Range
The annual salary for this position is between $43,500.00 - $87,500.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate. The pay range will not be below the minimum wage applicable to the jurisdiction in which the applicant is to be employed.Other Compensation
This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.Benefits
This position is not eligible for Carrier benefits.
Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process
Carrier is 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, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date: 27 October 2026Job Applicant's Privacy Notice
Please click on the link to review the Job Applicant Privacy Notice.
About Carrier
Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.
About this role
- Contribute and Support analysis, modeling, testing, and evaluation of Refrigeration and Air System design of new Commercial HVAC Products
- Apply heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics to HVAC and refrigeration technologies
Key Responsibilities
- Perform engineering modeling, simulation, and analysis in heat transfer and thermal sciences
- Support laboratory testing and experimental data collection
- Analyze results and communicate technical findings
Basic Qualifications
- Must be currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in any Engineering field.
- Must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Foundational knowledge of heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and HVAC systems.
- Experience with FEA/CFD modelling.
Pay Range
The annual salary for this position is between $43,500.00 - $87,500.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate. The pay range will not be below the minimum wage applicable to the jurisdiction in which the applicant is to be employed.Other Compensation
This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.Benefits
This position is not eligible for Carrier benefits.
Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process
Carrier is 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, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date: 27 October 2026Job Applicant's Privacy Notice
Please click on the link to review the Job Applicant Privacy Notice.
New Product Development Internship Market
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Tips for Your New Product Development Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer cohorts
Large employers open structured new product development internship applications in September and October for the following summer. If you wait until spring, many of those cohorts are already closed. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so there are openings year-round, but the highest-volume recruiting window is earlier than most students expect.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for new product development internships expect limited work history and look for documented projects instead. Put together two or three end-to-end projects that show your process from problem definition through prototype or launch, name the tools you used, and link to the work, a CAD file, a product brief, or a concept case study all give recruiters something concrete to evaluate.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Your professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside your campus activity widens the pool you can reach in a single recruiting cycle.
Practice your intern screen before you submit applications
New product development intern interviews typically involve a product-sense or design-thinking conversation, a case exercise, or a take-home brief where you walk through your reasoning from customer problem to solution. Practice out loud and explain your thinking at each step, interviewers weigh how you approach a problem as much as the final answer, so fluency in that format matters before your first real screen.
New Product Development Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a new product development internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For new product development candidates, the concrete artifact recruiters want to assess is a documented project portfolio showing your process from concept to prototype or launch. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a new product development internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for new product development interns is consistent performance on real project work, available headcount on the team at the time offers go out, and the timing of return-offer decisions relative to your graduation date. Position for one by delivering well, but keep other options open.
When should I apply for new product development internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing structured cohort applications before the calendar year turns. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss a cohort that fills quietly while you're waiting for a single target employer.
Are new product development internships paid?
Most professional new product development internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Nonprofit and some government placements may be unpaid or stipend-based, so read each listing carefully before applying.
What should a new product development internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show your development process, name the tools and methods you used, and link to the work where possible, a CAD portfolio, a prototype write-up, or a case study all give reviewers something concrete to assess. Add relevant coursework, keep it to one page, and move work experience below your project section.
What is a rotational new product development internship?
Rotational internship programs place you on two or more product development teams across a single summer, exposing you to different stages of the product lifecycle, from ideation and market research to engineering handoff or launch. They target people new to the field, build a broad skill base quickly, and recruit early in the fall semester, making them competitive placements that fill in the first wave of applications.
Can international students get new product development internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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