Manufacturing Ops Leadership Intern: Lean & Projects

Whirlpool Corporation

Columbus (OH)

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USD 25,000 - 30,000

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Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation offers a 12-week Manufacturing Leadership Development Program (MLDP) internship in Operations. You'll work in a plant environment focused on lean manufacturing, quality, and logistics with real project exposure.

Eligible students are pursuing Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering with a 2.8+ GPA and current US work authorization. The program includes housing stipends, development opportunities, and potential full-time openings after graduation.

Qualifications

  • Majoring in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering or related field.
  • Planning to graduate by May 2029.
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher.

Responsibilities

  • Lead scrap reduction initiatives with scope, timeline and suppliers.
  • Drive cost-savings through standardized work audits and throughput.
  • Manage equipment/resource relocation projects.
  • Coordinate test programs or components with cost and quality in mind.
  • Lead change management with affected team members.
  • Apply Lean Manufacturing tools to projects.

Skills

Decision-making
Team leadership
Communication
Interpersonal skills
Prioritization

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Eng or related
Graduation by May 2029
GPA 2.8+

Job description

Whirlpool Corporation offers a 12-week Manufacturing Leadership Development Program (MLDP) internship in Operations. You'll work in a plant environment focused on lean manufacturing, quality, and logistics with real project exposure.

Eligible students are pursuing Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering with a 2.8+ GPA and current US work authorization. The program includes housing stipends, development opportunities, and potential full-time openings after graduation.

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