Candidate Pipeline, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Engineering Bill of Materials (eBOM), Industrial Design, Leadership, Manufacturing Management, Marketing, Mentoring, Problem Solving Skills, Product Design, Product Development, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Sales Pipeline, Sustainability, Technical Leadership, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing
Location: Onsite, 4 days - Kohler, WI
Term: May 2027 through August 2027
Early Talent at Kohler
Kohler's Early Talent internship programs are designed to provide meaningful, hands‑on experience that drives real business impact. Over the course of a 10-12 week internship, interns are immersed in the business-contributing to real projects, building practical skills, and gaining valuable exposure to our teams. They are supported through intentional learning, mentorship, and a strong sense of community. These experiences are designed to build a strong pipeline of talent for future full-time opportunities, including Leadership Development Programs and direct hire roles.
Program Overview
This is an invitation to collaborate and contribute to an environment that's grounded in bold, meaningful innovation. As an Intern within our Accelerated Engineering Development Program, you'll serve as a critical member to Kohler's product development teams, designing leading-edge products or technologies that completely transform experiences we know today.
What You'll Do
- Demonstrate Engineering Excellence: Utilize your understanding of engineering fundamentals and structured problem-solving to deliver high-quality technical designs.Collaborate closely with fellow engineers to gather feedback and ensure the highest standards for your work.
- Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside teams in Marketing, Purchasing, Quality, Manufacturing, Program Management, and Industrial Design. Tackle tough challenges by leveraging diverse perspectives and recommend actionable next steps that drive consensus and alignment with business leadership.
- Champion Continuous Improvement: Assess product designs for environmental sustainability and suggest enhancements. Engage directly with customers or subject matter experts to better understand installation processes and identify opportunities to elevate quality.
- Orchestrate Project Details: Apply your attention to detail to organize and coordinate technical activities, including test requests, bills of materials, engineering schedules, and other essential elements to support new product launches.
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