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.

Learn more about the history of Leggett: 

The Engineering team plays a key role in delivering innovative, reliable, and efficient solutions that support business operations and long‑term growth. Through collaboration, problem‑solving, and continuous improvement, engineering helps turn ideas into real‑world applications.

This internship is part of our commitment to developing early‑career talent and strengthening our employer brand by providing meaningful, hands‑on engineering experiences that prepare students for future careers.

As an Engineering Intern, you will support engineering teams with day‑to‑day activities while gaining practical experience in a professional engineering environment. This role is designed to expose early‑career talent to real engineering challenges, encourage skill development, and build a strong pipeline of future engineers.

This position is ideal for students eager to learn, apply classroom knowledge in real‑world settings, and explore engineering career paths while contributing to impactful projects.

So, what will you be doing as an Engineering Intern?

Engineering Support – Assist engineers with design, analysis, documentation, testing, or process improvement activities.

Project Assistance – Support ongoing engineering projects and initiatives aligned with operational and strategic goals.

Data Collection & Analysis – Help gather, analyze, and organize engineering or operational data to support decision‑making.

Documentation & Standards – Assist in maintaining drawings, specifications, work instructions, or technical documentation.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Work with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and other teams to support shared objectives.

Continuous Improvement – Participate in improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, safety, or innovation.

Learning & Professional Development – Gain exposure to engineering best practices while learning from experienced professionals.

Employer Branding Support – Serve 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 (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field).

Strong interest in engineering and applied problem‑solving.

Willingness to learn and contribute in a hands‑on environment.

Good communication and teamwork skills.

Attention to detail and a proactive mindset.

Things we consider a plus:

Internship, project, lab, or co‑op experience in an engineering or technical setting.

Familiarity with CAD tools, data analysis, or basic engineering software.

Interest in long‑term career development within engineering or technical leadership.

Participation in engineering clubs, competitions, or technical organizations.