Acoustic Engineering Intern (m/f/d)

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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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At Leggett & Platt, we design and manufacture advanced seating components, comfort systems, and engineered solutions for the world’s leading automotive brands. Our teams blend innovation, precision engineering, and global collaboration to deliver products that enhance the driving experience.

About Our Team:

At Leggett & Platt Automotive, our NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) team plays a key role in designing, analyzing, and optimizing sound performance for comfort systems used by major automotive OEMs. We work closely with product development, testing, and manufacturing teams to ensure our components meet strict acoustic, comfort, and quality standards. Our work helps deliver quieter, smoother, and more refined driving experiences for customers around the world.

In This Role: 

As part of the NVH group, you will support the development and evaluation of acoustic performance for automotive comfort systems. This team focuses on noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) analysis, sound quality optimization, and system‑level acoustic improvements.

As an Acoustic Intern (m/f/d), you will assist with the measurements, data analysis, prototype evaluations, and engineering documentation. This role is ideal for a student interested in acoustics, mechanical engineering, or automotive systems who wants hands‑on experience with real‑world NVH challenges.

So, what will you be doing as an Acoustic Intern (m/f/d)?

• NVH Testing Support – Assist with sound and vibration measurements on components and systems using industry‑standard equipment.
• Data Analysis – Analyze data, identify trends, and support engineering decisions with clear reporting.
• Prototype Evaluation – Participate in testing of new designs, materials, and configurations to assess acoustic performance.
• Documentation & Reporting – Update test reports, engineering documentation, and acoustic performance summaries.
• Benchmarking Activities – Support competitive analysis and benchmarking of acoustic characteristics.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Work with engineering, testing, and product development teams to support acoustic improvement initiatives.
• Continuous Improvement – Assist in identifying opportunities to enhance acoustic test methods, workflows, or analysis tools.
• Additional duties as assigned. 

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

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Acoustics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Strong interest in acoustics, NVH, or automotive systems.
• Basic understanding of measurement techniques and engineering principles.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a technical environment. 

Things we consider a plus:

• Experience with acoustic measurement tools or NVH software.
• Familiarity with MATLAB, Python, or similar analysis tools.
• Coursework in acoustics, signal processing, or vibration analysis.
• Exposure to automotive engineering or product development environments.

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

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

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