CPD Intern (Canada)

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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 Engineering – CPD (Continuous Product Development) function focuses on enhancing existing products, developing new solutions, and driving continuous improvement across design, performance, and manufacturability. CPD teams collaborate closely with manufacturing, quality, and other engineering disciplines to ensure products evolve to meet customer and business needs.

This internship supports our commitment to employer branding and early‑career talent development by providing meaningful, hands‑on engineering experiences that help build a strong pipeline of future CPD professionals.

As a CPD Intern , you will support engineering teams involved in continuous product development and improvement initiatives. This role is designed to engage early‑career talent through real project work, mentorship, and exposure to product development processes while contributing to engineering support activities.

This position is ideal for students interested in product development, design improvement, and applied engineering who want to build practical experience in a collaborative environment.

So, what will you be doing as a CPD Intern?

• CPD Project Support – Assist engineers with continuous product development initiatives, including design updates, improvements, and product optimization activities.
• Engineering Analysis & Support – Help perform basic analysis, testing, or evaluations to support design or product changes.
• Documentation & Change Support – Assist with engineering documentation such as drawings, specifications, and engineering change records.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Work with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams to support product improvements from concept through implementation.
• Data Collection & Reporting – Help gather and organize technical or performance data to support CPD decisions.
• Continuous Improvement – Participate in initiatives focused on improving product quality, cost, or manufacturability.
• Learning & Professional Development – Gain exposure to CPD processes, product lifecycle management, and engineering best practices through hands‑on experience and mentoring.
• Employer Branding & Engagement – Act as an ambassador for the internship program by providing feedback and participating in early‑career engagement 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, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related field).
• Strong interest in product development or continuous improvement .
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and problem‑solving methods.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Strong communication skills and eagerness to learn.

Things we consider a plus:

• Coursework or experience related to product design, manufacturing processes, or engineering analysis .
• Familiarity with CAD tools or engineering documentation.
• Experience with team‑based projects or internships.
• Interest in pursuing a long‑term career in Engineering or Product Development .

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

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We welcome and encourage all applicants to apply. We’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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