What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025 Summer Internship (LEAP) Learn, Experience, Acknowledge, Perform (Engineering, Operations & Sourcing) position at Wastequip?
2025 Summer Internship (LEAP) Learn, Experience, Acknowledge, Perform
Wastequip is looking for 2020 Summer Interns in the LEAP Program. The LEAP Program originated on the idea of creating opportunities for current students to gain valuable working experience in a manufacturing and professional environment. Through training and challenging assignments, each LEAP participant will gain a strong foundation of experiences that will help them navigate through future career opportunities.
The LEAP program allows each student to gain knowledge through multiple assignments over a 2-month period. These assignments allow participants to experience several different functional departments within the company. The LEAP program has multiple tracks consisting of Manufacturing, Finance, Engineering, IT and Operations. Wastequip has multiple locations around the United States and each LEAP member will be given options on where they complete the 2-month Program. This is a paid internship which will include a housing allowance and relocation assistance.
Over the 2 months, participants will:
- Develop and apply business skills in the manufacturing environment
- Experience broad and diverse assignments
- Receive training and development
- Build relationships through networking events
- Enhance productivity through process improvement
- Bring fresh and innovative ideas to our company
Experiences may include, but are not limited to:
- Diverse Manufacturing Operations
- Operational Excellence
- Engineering
- Production Planning
- Quality and Process Improvement
- Financial Acumen
Qualifications:
This program is designed for current college students on track to graduate in 2021 or 2022
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Sourcing or Logistics.
- Recommended GPA of 3.0 or above on 4.0 scale
- Relevant coursework and/or projects
- Previous internship experience is a plus
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Willing to relocate for the summer Internship
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
About Wastequip
Founded in 1989, Wastequip is the leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment in North America. We specialize in products, systems and solutions to help you collect, store, transport and manage a wide range of waste and recyclables. Wastequip is one of the few companies that manufactures a complete line of both steel and plastic waste handling equipment. We built our stress-free solutions with you in mind, making Wastequip the perfect place for one-stop sourcing.
Wastequip’s extensive product selection includes dumpsters, compactors, balers, carts and more. Our products are built to handle collection of household, commercial, and industrial waste and recyclables. Our experienced sales team specializes in assisting customers in finding the right solution for your waste or recycling needs. With facilities across North America, we have the product you need when and where you need it.
