If you are an engineering student looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our St. Louis, MO location, you will get the opportunity to work as an iCenter Co-Op (June- Dec). This is a full-time (40 hours per week) Co-Op rotation.

Emerson’s Process Systems and Solutions business develops automation software to streamline manufacturing processes. We are looking for students who are interested in gaining real-world experience in this dynamic environment. As a team member, you’ll share in the satisfaction of delivering industry-leading products and solutions that help provide our customers with safer, more environmentally efficient manufacturing processes. We’ve revolutionized the control industry by extending digital information technologies to the plant floor of process manufacturers, including oil and gas, refining, chemical, life sciences, and alternative energy companies.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Support project technical analysis and manufacturing activities to ensure efficient project execution.
Collaborate with engineering and design teams to address questions related to the constructability, manufacturability, and assembly of specific designs and drawings.
Assist with project execution activities, including preparing technical submittals and responding to customer technical inquiries.
Develop Bills of Material (BOMs) within the MRP system based on engineering drawings, estimates, and customer documentation.
Support the creation and maintenance of kits and subassemblies for standard product lines.
Assist with continuous improvement initiatives focused on process efficiency, quality, and operational effectiveness.
Provide support to project managers and production managers in executing manufacturing and project-related activities.
Maintain accurate technical documentation and support communication among engineering, manufacturing, and project teams.
Contribute to cross-functional problem solving and process improvement efforts throughout the project lifecycle.

Who You Are:

You readily take on new opportunities and challenges with a sense of enthusiasm and curiosity. You communicate clearly and effectively in a variety of settings, tailoring your message to different audiences. You build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. You seek out information, learn from new experiences, and adapt your approach to support successful outcomes.

For This Role, You Will Need:

Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university and pursing a Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in an engineering, technical, business discipline
Commitment to full-time (40 hour) Summer/Fall (June 2027-December 2027) Co-op experience in St. Louis, MO
Legal authorization to work in the United States. Sponsorship will not be provided for this position.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

Previous co-op or intern experience a plus
Demonstrated leadership skills (served in leadership role in student organization)
Previous coursework involving automation, PLC, process controls, or simulation
Technical curiosity and an eagerness to understand how products, systems, and processes work.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, profit sharing retirement, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The starting salary for this role is $21.00-31.00 an hour, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities and experience each candidate brings to a role.

Learn more about our Culture & Values.

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