Operational Co-op

CFO Trane U.S. -CFO • Clarksville, TN

37d • Onsite

About The Position

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. On-Site (5 days) Engineering Intern – Manufacturing Automation Location: Clarksville, TN

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or have completed an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
• Basic understanding of PLCs, controls, or industrial automation
• Exposure to Allen-Bradley PLCs or ladder logic through coursework, labs, student projects, or internship experience
• Basic understanding of industrial or computer networking, including IP addressing, Ethernet communications, and device connectivity
• Strong troubleshooting skills and willingness to learn in a hands-on manufacturing environment
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with engineers, technicians, and operations teams

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to Inductive Automation Ignition, SCADA, or HMI development through coursework, projects, or prior experience
• Familiarity with Allen-Bradley Studio 5000, FactoryTalk, or similar industrial automation software
• Basic knowledge of industrial communication concepts such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus, TCP/IP, RS232, or RS485
• Experience with sensors, actuators, relays, and other control system components
• Exposure to manufacturing, maintenance, controls, or automation-related projects
• Experience with technical documentation, data collection, and basic analysis
• Familiarity with programming or scripting tools such as Python is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing, testing, and improving control logic for manufacturing equipment and automation systems
• Support troubleshooting of Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and other industrial control devices
• Help connect and validate communication between PLCs, networked devices, and plant systems
• Assist with basic Ignition development tasks, including tag setup, screen updates, and data visibility improvements
• Support industrial networking activities such as device configuration, connectivity checks, and communication troubleshooting
• Work with engineers to identify and resolve hardware, software, and communication issues on manufacturing equipment
• Document programming changes, test results, and troubleshooting steps for automation projects
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts that improve equipment reliability, process efficiency, and operational visibility

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Holistic wellness programs with generous incentives
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution
• Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree