Production Intern (China)

Open The Door to Opportunity!
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 supports efficient, safe, and high‑quality manufacturing operations by designing, improving, and standardizing production processes. The team partners closely with production, quality, and engineering to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.

This internship is part of our commitment to developing early‑career talent and strengthening our employer brand by providing hands‑on, meaningful experiences within a manufacturing environment.

As a Production / Manufacturing Engineering Intern, you will support day‑to‑day engineering and production activities while gaining exposure to real manufacturing operations. This role is designed to help build a strong pipeline of young talent by providing practical experience, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to improvement initiatives.

This position is ideal for students interested in manufacturing, engineering support, or operations who want to apply classroom concepts in a real‑world setting.

So, what will you be doing as an Intern?

• Manufacturing Engineering Support – Assist engineers with production support activities, process analysis, and documentation.
• Production Support – Help support shop‑floor operations by observing processes, identifying issues, and supporting problem‑solving efforts.
• Continuous Improvement – Participate in CI initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency.
• Data Collection & Analysis – Collect and analyze production or process data to support engineering and operational decisions.
• Process Documentation – Assist with updating work instructions, standard work, and other manufacturing documentation.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Work with production, quality, engineering, and CI teams to support shared goals.
• Learning & Development – Gain exposure to manufacturing engineering best practices through hands‑on experience and mentoring.
• Employer Branding & Talent Pipeline Support – Act as an ambassador for the internship program by providing feedback and participating in engagement or outreach activities as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

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

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or related field).
• Interest in manufacturing processes and production environments.
• Willingness to be hands‑on and work in a shop‑floor setting.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Things we consider a plus:

• Coursework or exposure to manufacturing, lean, or continuous improvement concepts.
• Experience in a manufacturing, production, or technical environment.
• Familiarity with basic data analysis or documentation tools (e.g., Excel).
• Interest in a long‑term career in 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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