Manufacturing Leadership Development Program Internship Opportunity

22 hours ago


Columbus, Ohio, United States Whirlpool Corporation Full time
About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation is a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, committed to improving life at home and inspiring generations with its iconic brand portfolio. The company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its brands, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator.

In 2023, Whirlpool Corporation reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 59,000 employees, and 55 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at Whirlpool Corporation.

Internship Program - May 2025 Start Date

Our Manufacturing Leadership Development Program (MLDP) focuses on World Class Manufacturing methodology, and internship experiences and projects could be in areas such as lean manufacturing, quality, materials, and many more.

Upon successful completion of the summer internship program, you may be considered for employment opportunities within the Full Time Manufacturing Leadership Development Program post-graduation.

Your Day-to-Day

Intern project assignments are focused on our World Class Manufacturing methodology and could be in areas such as:

  • Manage equipment / resource relocation projects which could include: redesign of current equipment or resources, working with suppliers to identify new equipment options and leading change management with impacted team members
  • Design, develop, review and conduct coordination for test programs or components, small systems or processes, or materials taking into account customers, product performance, cost and quality requirements
  • Lead scrap reduction initiatives, including project scope and timeline development, problem solving with suppliers, establishing standardized solutions and implementing changes
  • Focus on cost-savings initiatives across a plant including: standardized work audits, Improving first pass yield and throughput, etc.
  • Learn and apply Lean Manufacturing tools to project(s)
Minimum Requirements

Pursuing a bachelors degree with major in: Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical or Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Operations/Operations Management, or Related Area

Current cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher

Must have indefinite US work authorization. Applicants who require visa sponsorship or work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for this program.

Preferred Skills and Experiences

Proven decision-making skills and ability to analyze and solve complex business problems through innovation and creativity

Ability to lead and work with teams to drive and achieve extraordinary results

Demonstrated maturity and confidence to effectively present ideas

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships in a culturally diverse environment

Self-discipline and ability to manage competing priorities

What We Offer

Competitive Pay

Paid Holidays

Robust professional development and skill building opportunities

Community Service experiences

Social & Recreational events

Housing stipend

Get to know more about our early career programs at Whirlpool Careers.

Program Location

This internship will take place at one of our North American plant locations in Ohio, Iowa, Tennessee, Oklahoma, or Massachusetts.

These sites produce a full line of appliances including refrigerators, washers, dryers, ranges, ovens, dishwashers, and KitchenAid portables.

Reliable transportation is required for travel to work daily as public transportation is not available.

Learn more about our Manufacturing locations and the communities where we live & work here Whirlpool Corporation.

Connect with Us

See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers.

Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.

At Whirlpool Corporation, we value and celebrate diversity. Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.



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