LEAP Program Associate: Growth & Projects

Senneca; Wilmington (NC); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Senneca is seeking an LEAP Program Associate for our Wilmington, NC facility, starting Summer 2027. This rotation-based program emphasizes classroom training, hands-on production exposure, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will develop core competencies, lead or participate in projects, and deliver data-driven insights while building problem-solving and leadership skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Entrepreneurial spirit with ability to navigate ambiguity and drive meaningful results.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous internship and/or co-op experience preferred.
• Willingness to relocate as business needs require.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Gain a strong understanding of the market through classroom training, process shadows, on the job experience, and production site visits.
• Develop and strengthen competencies required for your role and as an employee at Senneca.
• Take ownership to identify trends and recommend solutions to manage business challenges.
• 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 (based on project or rotation).
• 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.
• Must be a self-starter and remain current with industry and macroeconomic trends by reading publications highly motivated.

Skills

Entrepreneurial spirit

Strong communication

Leadership

Project management

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Relationship building

Self-starter

Willingness to relocate

Adaptability

Education

Strong academic record

Job description

Senneca is seeking an LEAP Program Associate for our Wilmington, NC facility, starting Summer 2027. This rotation-based program emphasizes classroom training, hands-on production exposure, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will develop core competencies, lead or participate in projects, and deliver data-driven insights while building problem-solving and leadership skills in a supportive environment.