Intern, Manufacturing

Masco Corporation • Vista, CA

1d • $22 - $27 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are hiring an Operations Intern to join our team! DISCOVER Are you ready to learn by doing and contribute to projects that create measurable impact for our business and dealers? As a Project‑Based Intern at Watkins Wellness, you will partner with a mentor and cross‑functional teams to plan, build, and deliver real work. This full‑time Summer 2026 internship runs May 25 to August 21 in Vista, CA with on‑site or hybrid options. Most interns work on site 2 to 3 days per week with core hours 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and flexible start and end times. Start date is flexible between May 25 and June 24 to accommodate different academic calendars. Compensation is 25.00 per hour. You will support project milestones, develop practical skills, and present outcomes at the end of the program. YOUR RIPPLE EFFECT Ready to jump into projects? Contribute to assigned initiatives from planning through execution. Track tasks, meet deadlines, and help keep deliverables on schedule. Can you turn research into insights? Conduct research, gather data, and analyze findings that inform decisions and next steps. Do you build with others? Collaborate with teammates to develop solutions, prepare presentations, and create project deliverables. Do you thrive in stand‑ups and reviews? Participate in project meetings, brainstorming sessions, and progress reviews. Are you a strong organizer? Document your work, maintain well‑organized files, and provide regular updates to your supervisor. Do you like to present? Own a scoped project and deliver a final readout with data, recommendations, and next steps the team can implement. WHAT YOU’LL GET At Watkins Wellness, we believe that everyone should Feel good. Live well. You will gain practical experience on real projects, mentorship from experienced professionals, exposure to cross‑functional ways of working, and a portfolio‑ready project you can showcase to future employers. You will receive onboarding and training in our core tools and processes, join intern community events, and be considered for return internship or early‑career opportunities based on performance and business needs. We look for candidates that exhibit The Watkins Way (always Ethical, endeavors to be Transparent, embraces Inclusion, welcomes Diverse backgrounds and perspectives, Accommodating, believes in Work-Life Balance, puts Safety First, Accountable, values Relationships, Passionate, Team Player, and Goal Driven). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Hiring Range: $22.00 - $27.00 Many factors affect actual compensation including but not limited to experience, education, skills, and geographic location

Requirements

• A current college Junior or Senior, or a recent graduate.
• The degree field may vary by team.
• Strong interest in hands‑on, project‑driven work.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic proficiency in tools relevant to the project area, such as Microsoft 365, data tools, design tools, or industry‑specific platforms.
• Experience in: CAD systems (AutoCAD, Solidworks, etc)
• Ability read drawings, maps & diagrams, great computer skills
• Engineering methodology knowledge (efficiency, cycle time, and spaghetti diagrams)

Nice To Haves

• GPA 3.0 or higher preferred.
• We review the whole application, including projects, coursework, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to assigned initiatives from planning through execution.
• Track tasks, meet deadlines, and help keep deliverables on schedule.
• Conduct research, gather data, and analyze findings that inform decisions and next steps.
• Collaborate with teammates to develop solutions, prepare presentations, and create project deliverables.
• Participate in project meetings, brainstorming sessions, and progress reviews.
• Document your work, maintain well‑organized files, and provide regular updates to your supervisor.
• Own a scoped project and deliver a final readout with data, recommendations, and next steps the team can implement.

Benefits

• You will gain practical experience on real projects, mentorship from experienced professionals, exposure to cross‑functional ways of working, and a portfolio‑ready project you can showcase to future employers.
• You will receive onboarding and training in our core tools and processes, join intern community events, and be considered for return internship or early‑career opportunities based on performance and business needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees