Internship-Operations Management Summer 2027

HNI Workplace Furnishings, LLC; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor program

Housing assistance

Lunch & Learns

Job summary

HNI Corporation in Muscatine, IA offers a paid Operations Management Intern program for Summer 2027. You’ll work on value‑adding projects, gain exposure to leadership, mentorship, and professional development through Lunch and Learns and workshops.

You may receive company‑paid, apartment‑style housing based on need, plus cross‑functional collaboration and hands-on experience applying classroom knowledge with a mentor.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a four-year degree or higher.
• Minimum 2.8 GPA.
• Strong leadership and active campus involvement.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.

Responsibilities

• Work on one or more projects with a mentor.
• Apply classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Develop problem-solving and communication skills.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Pursuing a four-year degree

Job description

Position at HNI Workplace Furnishings HNI's summer internship program is a great opportunity for first‑hand experience in your field of interest. You'll work on one or more projects that create value for our business partners. HNI's large, paid internship program includes exposure to leadership, professional development opportunities (Lunch and Learns, training, skill building workshops), support through a mentor relationship, volunteering, and social events! Company‑paid apartment‑style housing may also be available, based on student's geographic need and current housing capacity.

Description

Position at HNI Workplace Furnishings HNI's summer internship program is a great opportunity for first‑hand experience in your field of interest. You'll work on one or more projects that create value for our business partners. HNI's large, paid internship program includes exposure to leadership, professional development opportunities (Lunch and Learns, training, skill building workshops), support through a mentor relationship, volunteering, and social events! Company‑paid apartment‑style housing may also be available, based on student's geographic need and current housing capacity.

What We Need

We are looking for an Operations Management Intern with HNI to join our HNI team in Muscatine, Iowa during Summer 2027! As an Operations Management Intern with HNI, you join a fast‑paced team with a vision and passion for implementing solutions and exceeding our customers’ expectations. While no day will be the same, you can expect to put the knowledge you have gained in the classroom to use each and every day in a variety of experiences.

What You Have

• Minimum 2.8 GPA
• Attained high academic achievement in their education pursuits
• Strong leadership characteristics and be active in college activities
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment

What You’re Good At

• Strong technical acumen and desire for a career in Operations Management
• Able to develop alternative solutions and work well in individual and group problem solving situations
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills

What It Takes

• Pursuing a four‑year degree
• Attained high academic achievement in their education pursuits
• Strong leadership characteristics and be active in college activities
• Be adaptable and flexible is critical
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment

Each summer, interns receive a project (or two!) for the summer and work directly with a mentor for technical and professional guidance. Throughout the summer, professional development sessions are provided for interns including opportunities to learn from and network with senior leadership.

Outside of work, interns from HNI enjoy professional and social networking opportunities throughout the Muscatine community.

We look forward to hearing from you!

We are not accepting any candidates that require company sponsorship to legally work in the United States.

HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) is a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and building products, operating under two segments. The workplace furnishings segment is a leading global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, going to market under multiple unique brands. The residential building products segment is the nation’s leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products. We offer benefits starting from Day 1. To learn more, visit www.HNIbenefits.com. Our company endeavors to make www.hnicareers.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 563-272-7400 or via email at [email protected] Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.