Manufacturing Engineer Intern (Canada)

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At Leggett & Platt, we provide real-world experiences that shape the future of young professionals. Our Doors Internship Program is a paid opportunity for students to contribute to and learn from a global leader in manufacturing, design, and innovation. We offer internships in fields ranging from engineering, business, finance, operations, environmental health science, and technology, allowing you to explore a variety of industries such as automotive, home furnishings, bedding, and industrial products.

About The Program:
The Doors Internship Program is an immersive experience designed to build your expertise, grow your network, and give you hands-on experience across different functions. You’ll work on real-world tasks and/or projects, receive mentorship from experienced professionals, and be part of a company that enhances people’s lives through innovation in comfort-driven design and manufacturing.

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The Production / Manufacturing Engineering function is responsible for designing, improving, and supporting manufacturing processes that ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality production. Manufacturing Engineers partner closely with production, quality, and other engineering functions to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.

This internship reflects the organization’s commitment to employer branding and early‑career talent development by providing meaningful, hands‑on manufacturing engineering experiences that help build a strong pipeline of future engineering talent.

As a Manufacturing Engineer Intern, you will support manufacturing engineering activities while gaining exposure to real‑world production environments and engineering practices. This role is designed to engage early‑career talent, provide professional development opportunities, and strengthen the pipeline of future Manufacturing Engineers.

This position is ideal for students interested in manufacturing, process improvement, and operations who want practical experience and mentorship in a collaborative engineering environment.

So, what will you be doing as a Manufacturing Engineer Intern?

• Manufacturing Engineering Support – Assist Manufacturing Engineers with day‑to‑day process support, analysis, and documentation.
• Production Process Improvement – Support initiatives focused on improving safety, quality, efficiency, and throughput.
• Data Collection & Analysis – Collect and analyze production or process data to support engineering decisions and improvement projects.
• Process Documentation – Assist with developing or updating work instructions, standard work, and process documentation.
• Continuous Improvement Projects – Participate in CI, lean, or cost‑reduction projects that drive measurable results.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Work with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to support operational goals.
• Learning & Development – Gain hands‑on experience through mentorship, project work, and exposure to manufacturing best practices.
• Employer Branding & Engagement – Serve as an ambassador for the internship program by sharing feedback, participating in engagement activities, and supporting early‑career initiatives as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong interest in manufacturing processes and production environments.
• Willingness to be hands‑on and work in a shop‑floor setting.
• Basic problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.

Things we consider a plus:

• Coursework or exposure to lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or production systems.
• Experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
• Familiarity with basic data analysis or engineering documentation tools.
• Interest in long‑term career development within Manufacturing or Production Engineering.

What to Do Next

Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create a profile, and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.

Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture, processes and practices promote equal opportunity for all. Join us!

We welcome and encourage all applicants to apply. We’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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