LEAP Manufacturing Internship – Starting Summer 2027

Eliason Corporation; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Eliason Corporation invites motivated undergraduates to join its LEAP internship program in Wilmington, NC. The program emphasizes Leadership, Experiences, Applications, and Performance, offering hands-on field work, mentorship, and formal presentations.

As an intern you will gain exposure to engineering, supply chain, operations, and quality, with access to extensive e-learning resources and guidance from senior leaders to develop professional skills and grow your career.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Typical office work environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with drive and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the LEAP program to gain exposure to brands, products, and Lean processes.
• Assist with day-to-day field work and special projects in manufacturing settings.
• Present findings and recommendations to leadership and mentors.
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, operations, and customer service to deliver results.

Skills

Leadership

Lean thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Adobe products

Job description

Overview

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Position Summary

Our LEAP (Leadership, Experiences, Applications, Performance) Program is dedicated to developing the skills and competencies of its associates. Through this internship opportunity you will get exposure to our brands and products, how we measure our financial success, Lean thinking methodologies that deliver superior quality, and the core processes that drive our business.

Position Details

This internship will provide you with experiential learning opportunities such as, day-to-day experience working in the field, special project ownership and formal presentation opportunities. You will also have the opportunity to learn from associates and leaders in your field of interest, including Executive Leadership. You will be assigned a mentor that can provide both industry and career advice.

Work Authorization

Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position. To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

Overview

We are looking for dynamic, high achievers that are ready to learn and grow with our organization. We offer a 10-12 week internship that gives you in depth experience in the specialty door industry while developing your leadership skills and building your career. This is a strong market, with a need for talented individuals that can execute on delivering meaningful results for our customers and our company.Our LEAP (Leadership, Experiences, Applications, Performance) Program is dedicated to developing the skills and competencies of its associates. Through this internship opportunity you will get exposure to our brands and products, how we measure our financial success, Lean thinking methodologies that deliver superior quality, and the core processes that drive our business. This program provides interns with the opportunity to work within a manufacturing facility with the opportunity to gain exposure in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Customer Service or Quality.This internship will provide you with experiential learning opportunities such as, day-to-day experience working in the field, special project ownership and formal presentation opportunities. You will also have the opportunity to learn from associates and leaders in your field of interest, including Executive Leadership. You will be assigned a mentor that can provide both industry and career advice. Additionally, as an Intern at Senneca you will have access to our Talent Management Software which provides over 23,000 e-learning courses that will enable you to grow personally and professionally. This breadth of experience and skill development will provide you a solid foundation to propel your career for years to come.
We are looking for dynamic, high achievers that are ready to learn and grow with our organization. We offer a 10-12 week internship that gives you in depth experience in the specialty door industry while developing your leadership skills and building your career. This is a strong market, with a need for talented individuals that can execute on delivering meaningful results for our customers and our company.
Our LEAP (Leadership, Experiences, Applications, Performance) Program is dedicated to developing the skills and competencies of its associates. Through this internship opportunity you will get exposure to our brands and products, how we measure our financial success, Lean thinking methodologies that deliver superior quality, and the core processes that drive our business. This program provides interns with the opportunity to work within a manufacturing facility with the opportunity to gain exposure in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Customer Service or Quality.
This internship will provide you with experiential learning opportunities such as, day-to-day experience working in the field, special project ownership and formal presentation opportunities. You will also have the opportunity to learn from associates and leaders in your field of interest, including Executive Leadership. You will be assigned a mentor that can provide both industry and career advice. Additionally, as an Intern at Senneca you will have access to our Talent Management Software which provides over 23,000 e-learning courses that will enable you to grow personally and professionally. This breadth of experience and skill development will provide you a solid foundation to propel your career for years to come.

• Gain a strong understanding of how your area of study can be applied in a Manufacturing Environment through training, process shadows, on the job experience.
• Develop and strengthen competencies required for your internship.
• Take ownership to identify trends and recommend solutions within your area of focus.
• Lead and/or participate in projects: define objectives, develop project plans, create agendas, facilitate meetings, manage timelines and deliverables, communicate updates, create contingency plans.
• Complete financial and/or data analysis as required.
• Accountable for delivering superior customer service (internally or externally as required).
• Interact with various levels of corporate leadership, customers, vendors/suppliers, and employees to solve problems. Implement actions that protect company assets and profitability.
• Enhance ability to effectively communicate, influence and interact with all types of customers, contractors and co-workers.
• Develop conflict resolution and relationship management skills.
• Remain current with industry and macroeconomic trends by reading publications.
• Must be a self-started and highly motivated.
• Gain a strong understanding of how your area of study can be applied in a Manufacturing Environment through training, process shadows, on the job experience.
• Develop and strengthen competencies required for your internship.
• Take ownership to identify trends and recommend solutions within your area of focus.
• Lead and/or participate in projects: define objectives, develop project plans, create agendas, facilitate meetings, manage timelines and deliverables, communicate updates, create contingency plans.
• Complete financial and/or data analysis as required.
• Accountable for delivering superior customer service (internally or externally as required).
• Interact with various levels of corporate leadership, customers, vendors/suppliers, and employees to solve problems. Implement actions that protect company assets and profitability.
• Enhance ability to effectively communicate, influence and interact with all types of customers, contractors and co-workers.
• Develop conflict resolution and relationship management skills.
• Remain current with industry and macroeconomic trends by reading publications.
• Must be a self-started and highly motivated.

• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to adapt to fast changing environment and effectively manage multiple responsibilities
• Good verbal and written communication skills – ability to interface effectively with customers and employees
• Ability and desire to work in a hands‑on, industrial environment
• Previous internship and/or co‑op experience preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency in critical thinking, leadership, business acumen, project management, relationship building and teamwork experience through extracurricular activities, work experience or academics. Working knowledge of Adobe products a plus.
• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position. To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

• Entrepreneurial spirit with ability to navigate ambiguity and drive meaningful results
• Strong academic record
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Previous internship and/or co-op experience preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency in critical thinking, leadership, business acumen, project management, relationship building and teamwork experience through extracurricular activities, work experience or academics
• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position. To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

• Pursuing Bachelor’s degree

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Typical office work environment
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to adapt to fast changing environment and effectively manage multiple responsibilities
• Good verbal and written communication skills – ability to interface effectively with customers and employees
• Ability and desire to work in a hands‑on, industrial environment
• Previous internship and/or co‑op experience preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency in critical thinking, leadership, business acumen, project management, relationship building and teamwork experience through extracurricular activities, work experience or academics. Working knowledge of Adobe products a plus.
• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position. To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

• Entrepreneurial spirit with ability to navigate ambiguity and drive meaningful results
• Strong academic record
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Previous internship and/or co-op experience preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency in critical thinking, leadership, business acumen, project management, relationship building and teamwork experience through extracurricular activities, work experience or academics
• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position. To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

• Pursuing Bachelor’s degree

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Typical office work environment