Manufacturing Leadership Development Program (MLDP): Operations Track Intern, May 2026

Whirlpool • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the last-remaining major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com. The Internship Program - May 2026 Start Date Manufacturing is at the heart of what we do at Whirlpool Corporation. Our 10-12 week Manufacturing Leadership Development Program (MLDP): Operations Track Internship provides an experience with award-winning manufacturing operations at production plants that have made Whirlpool Corporation a global leader in manufacturing home appliances. Our expansive factories are vertically integrated, and include final product assembly in addition to supporting operations such as press, fabrication, plastics, paint, and logistics. The internship provides experience with our World Class Manufacturing methodology, and internship projects could be in areas such as lean manufacturing, quality, logistics, and many more. Upon successful completion of the summer internship program, you may be considered for employment opportunities within the Full Time Manufacturing Leadership Development Program post-graduation.

Requirements

• Majoring in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical or Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Operations/Operations Management, or Related Area
• Pursuing bachelor's degree with plans to graduate before or by May 2028
• Current cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher
• Must have indefinite US work authorization. Applicants who require visa sponsorship or work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for this program.

Nice To Haves

• Proven decision-making skills and ability to analyze and solve problems through innovation and creativity
• Ability to lead and work with teams to drive and achieve extraordinary results
• Demonstrated maturity and confidence to effectively present ideas
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships in a culturally diverse environment
• Self-discipline and ability to manage competing priorities

Responsibilities

• Manage equipment/resource relocation projects which could include: redesign of current equipment or resources, working with suppliers to identify new equipment options and leading change management with impacted team members
• Design, develop, review and conduct coordination for test programs or components, small systems or processes, or materials taking into account customers, product performance, cost and quality requirements
• Lead scrap reduction initiatives, including project scope and timeline development, problem solving with suppliers, establishing standardized solutions and implementing changes
• Focus on cost-savings initiatives across a plant including: standardized work audits, improving first pass yield and throughput, etc.
• Learn and apply Lean Manufacturing tools to project(s)

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Housing stipend
• Paid holidays
• Robust professional development and skill building opportunities
• Networking & exposure to senior leadership
• Community service experiences
• Social & recreational events

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree