About Whirlpool Corporation Whirlpool Corporation (

NYSE:

WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S

• based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2025, the company reported approximately $16 billion in annual net sales
• close to 90% of which were in the Americas
• 41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com. ## General Management Development Program
• MBA Internship
• Summer 2027 Whirlpool's General Management Development Program (GMDP) is an accelerated leadership pipeline explicitly designed to build our next generation of enterprise-level General Managers.

This internship serves as the primary gateway into our five-year full-time rotational GMDP program, which offers a rigorous, cross-functional path to Director-level leadership upon graduation. In the internship program, candidates will dive into strategically important projects that create immediate impact while gaining exposure to the strategic, visionary leadership required to drive Whirlpool's global business forward. We're excited to review your application. While we are accepting submissions now, we look forward to beginning our interview process in October. ## Program Location The internship takes place in Southwest Michigan at our Global and North American Headquarters. Learn more about our locations here. ## Your day-to-day During this internship, you will lead high-impact projects in functions such as Product Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, and Digital. You will have access to learning and development opportunities, networking with fellow interns and full-time program participants, and exposure to senior leaders. Your journey is supported by a dedicated system of advocacy and coaching, ensuring you have the cross-functional exposure required to grow as a leader. Project assignments could be in areas such as:

Innovation:

New product or business initiatives

Core Business Functions:

Merchandising and Sales

E-Commerce:

Recurring revenue strategy

Integrated Supply Chain:

Logistics Transformation ## Minimum requirements

• Currently enrolled in an MBA program with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and expected completion date in 2028.
• 5-7 years of post-undergraduate professional work experience prior to entering MBA program with proven career progression
• Must have indefinite US work authorization. Applicants who require visa sponsorship or work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for this program. ## Preferred skills and experiences

Owner's Mindset & Business Acumen:

Demonstrated experience (or direct exposure to) managing P&L/budget dynamics, driving commercial outcomes with high agency and a Spirit of Winning.

Strategic Vision & Big-Picture Thinking:

Ability to translate high-level business strategy into actionable initiatives, connecting cross-functional dots across product, operations, and finance.

Progressive & Forward-Thinking Approach:

Challenges the status quo and navigates ambiguity to solve complex organizational challenges.

Digital & GenAI Fluency:

Proactively leverages Generative AI and digital tools to streamline workflows, enhance analytical rigor, and accelerate decision-making.

Thought Leadership & Strategy Execution:

Proven capability to lead end-to-end strategic projects, driving measurable results from inception through execution.

• Collaborative Leadership (One Whirlpool): Influences diverse, cross-functional teams to build consensus and deliver shared goals. ## What we offer
• Competitive compensation
• Complimentary apartment-style housing at Lake Michigan College or housing stipend if relocating 50 miles or more
• Potential to qualify for a complimentary rental car
• Paid Holidays
• Robust professional development opportunities
• Networking & exposure to leadership
• Community Service experiences
• Social & Engagement events
• Complimentary onsite Nurse Practitioner and Health Coach Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers.

Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube. Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.