Continuous Improvement Intern - Summer 2025

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Title: Continuous Improvement Intern – Summer 2025 

Location(s): Richmond, MO; Salisbury, NC; Bay Point, CA; Enoree, SC; Brandon, SD; Cannon Falls, MN; Cleveland, OH; or Mentor, OH 

Location Requirements: In-Person/Onsite 

Business Unit: Henkel Adhesive Technologies 

Functional Area: Manufacturing Operations 

Job ID: HAT0029 

Start Date: May 19, 2025 

End Date: Mid-late August 2025 

Are you a highly motivated, innovative student looking to gain career-building experience and make an impact at a leading global organization? 
 
If yes, you could be a great fit as a Continuous Improvement Intern at Henkel, where you will gain hands-on experience driving tangible process improvements that directly impact the manufacturing operation and bottom line, while developing a strong foundation in Lean Six Sigma methodologies and standards and applying these tools to real-world challenges within a manufacturing environment. 

 
You can expect your internship to include assignments like: 

Leading and executing Lean Six Sigma projects to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste within the manufacturing facility 

Fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among the regional Lean community through effective communication and change management strategies 

Facilitating continuous improvement workshops to empower employees at various plant locations and drive a culture of improvement 

In addition to the job functions of your assigned department, you will also develop your professional skillset through: 

Exciting projects that allow you to make real impact and collaborate with Henkel colleagues worldwide 

Countless learning opportunities available through Henkel’s online learning platform with over 9,000 courses 

Networking events with Henkel business leaders, diversity and inclusion experts and sustainability ambassadors 

Ongoing feedback discussions that allow you to accomplish concrete goals 

Following your internship, you may be invited to join Henkel as a full-time employee in the future. 

YOUR SKILLS 

A current undergraduate student planning to graduate in December 2025 or 2026 and majoring in supply chain, business administration, or industrial, mechanical or chemical engineering 

Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean Six Sigma preferred) 

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI  

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills  

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills  

Ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions