Global Supply Chain Leadership Development Program Intern

Requisition  Whirlpool Corporation Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life  the only major U.S.

-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolvingneeds of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, Kitchen Aid,Jenn Air, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and In Sink Erator . In 2025, the company reported approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas
-41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at  Internship Program - May 2027 Start Date The Global Supply Chain Leadership Development Program (GSCLDP) Internship is a 12 week immersive program designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of a global supply chain network. Interns take ownership of a high-impact project within either procurement or supply chain operations, driving tangible business results.

Upon successful completion of the summer internship program, you may be considered for employment opportunities within the full-time Global Supply Chain Leadership Development Program post-graduation.

Your day-to-day Supply Chain project assignments could be in areas such as:

Lead projects within Inventory Management such as SKU analysis, dashboard performance or data validation; creating resolutions and recommendations to business leaders and cross-functional stakeholders

Manage projects within Inbound or Outbound Transportation such as carrier selection & routing strategy, primary carrier utilization, strategic materials management

Coordinate with business partners across functions, from Procurement and Manufacturing to Sales and Marketing Be a part of the production planning team, gaining knowledge and experience with Standard Operating Procedures and production planning processes

Identify bottlenecks and gaps for inventory control systems to identify process improvements

Procurement project assignments could be in areas such as:

Work to develop global commodity strategies and analyze current strategies such as quoting, issuing orders, invoicing, expediting and other supplier business initiatives

Identify cost savings with current supply base or analyze potential for new supplier relationships

Lead raw materials forecasting for various commodities

Assist Buyers in evaluating and monitoring supplier performance in delivery, quality, and cost Consolidate and standardize the supplier base, driving reductions in total cost and improvements in service and quality

Assist with negotiation preparation and negotiation strategies

Work with cross-functional and cross-regional teams on key projects and business initiatives

What can we offer you?

Competitive compensation & paid holidays

Complimentary apartment-style housing at Lake Michigan College if relocating 50 miles or more Potential to qualify for complimentary carpool-style transportation

Robust professional development and skill-building opportunities such as continuous improvement training, career exploration sessions and cross-functional case competition

Networking & exposure to senior leadership

Community service experiences

Social & recreational events

Program location

Work out of our North American headquarters in Southwest Michigan. Take advantage of pristine beaches, a thriving art scene, and lush countryside in our location along the coast of Lake Michigan.

Whirlpool provides complimentary housing at Lake Michigan College for interns who live 50 miles or more from Benton Harbor, Michigan Learn more about our locations here.

Minimum requirements

Pursuing bachelor's degree with plans to graduate before or by May 2029

Current cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher

Majoring in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Transportation, Integrated Supply Management, Applied Engineering Sciences, Business Administration, or Finance 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. For this position, Whirlpool Corporation will not sponsor visas for candidates.

All candidates who meet the minimum qualifications of the job will be asked to complete our online assessment as a next step in the recruitment process.

Preferred skills and experiences

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks and challenging…