Requisition ID:

72608 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. ## The Full Time Program
• July 2027 Start Date The Whirlpool Engineering Rotational Leadership Development (WERLD) program is our longest running rotational program, started in 1989.

Establish the strong engineering foundation needed to advance within Whirlpool's Engineering Team. Fast-track your career with this 3-year program and expect impactful global projects, continuous skill-building, and formal mentorship to help you lead from day one. ## What We Offer Career Growth Opportunities

Technical Master's Degree:

Opportunity for a performance-based sponsorship to pursue a technical Master's degree following the completion of the three rotations with flexible options to take full-time or part time.

In-Program Promotion:

Opportunity for a performance-based promotion during the program. Professional Development Opportunities

Intentional Mentorship:

Partner with a senior engineering leader for strategic career guidance and advocacy throughout your journey.

Senior Leadership Exposure:

Present directly to leadership each rotation to champion your initiatives and build your network from day one.

Structured Support System:

Navigate transitions seamlessly with a dedicated network of peer buddies, program managers, program alumni, and team leaders.

Continuous Improvement:

Gain hands-on training in industry-standard methodologies to drive operational excellence, including Lean Six Sigma training and certification.

Leadership Curriculum:

Accelerate your business acumen and strategic thinking through our leadership development curriculum. Whirlpool Corporation Benefits

Total Rewards:

Whirlpool offers competitive compensation and benefits, including but not limited to relocation support, annual bonus, 401k match, paid time off, always-on flexibility, insurance plan, fitness reimbursement, health savings accounts, free wellness coaching, free onsite health clinic, fertility and adoption support, parental (maternity and paternity) leave, education support, and free financial coaching. ## Program Location Work out of our corporate campus in Southwest Michigan, which includes several technology centers as well as a research and design center. Learn more about our locations here. Take advantage of pristine beaches, a thriving art scene, and lush countryside in our location along the coast of Lake Michigan. ## Your day-to-day The program consists of 3 rotations of 12 months each, with a focus on providing an introduction to engineering and technology from a global product perspective and developing leadership, technical, and cross-functional competency. Assignments in the program will focus on development in these spaces:

• Product Development
• Research & Development
• Systems Engineering
• Product Approval and Testing Laboratories
• Consumer Science
• Product Quality

Manufacturing Project Example:

Our WERLD Engineers drive innovation with quality projects.

See an example here:

https://youtu.be/cvPONIxzIPA ## Minimum Requirements

• Completion of Bachelor's or Master's degree by May 2027 with a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA
• Majoring in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering/Science, Mechatronics, Materials Science, or relevant engineering field
• 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 All candidates that meet the minimum qualifications will be asked to complete our online assessment as a next step in the recruitment process. ## Preferred Skills and Experiences
• Ability to apply engineering theory to practical problems and demonstrates technical ability through project experience (internships, research, design projects, relevant club participation)
• Collaborates effectively in team environments, ideally with proven leadership experience from campus or community activities and organizations
• Communicates complex technical concepts clearly and professionally to diverse audiences
• Approaches complex problems with a critical thinking and systems engineering mindset
• Proactive and results-oriented, with a drive to take ownership and deliver high-quality outcomes
• Influences others effectively, inspiring buy-in and followership for ideas and initiatives 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.