Continuous Improvement Intern (Summer 2025)
Job Description
You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.
At Kimberly-Clark, internship experiences are a valued part of our culture. Kimberly-Clark considers its pool of co-ops to be a great source of future full-time employees. There may be no better place to launch or advance your supply chain career than at Kimberly-Clark. That's because we've structured our supply chain organization in a way that enables you to achieve a comprehensive understanding of the supply chain and a rewarding work experience. Whether beginning your supply chain career or seeking a new challenge as an experienced professional, our team environment will allow you to contribute to your fullest potential.
In this role, you will:
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Assist in Quality Assurance activities for the site.
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Support internal audit program through development of internal audit schedules; execute audits and manage related corrective action plans. Ensure audits are prioritized and aligned with objectives and strategies.
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Ensure activities are in compliance with both ISO 9001 & 22716 and are aligned with company quality assurance standards and applicable government regulations, such as regulated product Cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements.
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Assist with production and quality system audits.
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Assist with quality training
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Demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of Sanitary Manufacturing requirements with regard to water purification, air handling, hygiene requirements, and gowning.
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Support Lean problem solving; complete trend and problem analyses for cross-functional team collaboration. Create an empowered culture of accountability and teamwork with proven site/staff networking.
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Created and present final presentation on key learnings during Co-op / Internship experience.
About Us
Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without talented professionals, like you.
At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. We’re founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.
Led by Purpose. Driven by You.
About You
You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.
You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, you’ll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.
In one of our internship roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:
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Students must have completed 2-3 years toward a four-year college degree; preferably in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics Management, Manufacturing Operations, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
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Completion of 1-1/2 years of college courses in relevant field of study to include quality, regulatory affairs, data analytics, and/or manufacturing.
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Minimum 3.0 out of 4.0 overall GPA is preferred (transcripts will be requested).
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Solid knowledge of Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
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A high degree of analytical skill is required
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
To Be Considered
Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.
In the meantime, please check out the careers website.
And finally, the fine print….
For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world. We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects the experiences of our consumers. When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.
Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check.
Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.
Starting Hourly Wage: $21.50 USD
Total rewards at Kimberly-Clark includes the above starting wage offer and is eligible for overtime pay. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.
Primary LocationUSA-KY-Owensboro
Additional Locations
Worker TypeEmployee
Worker Sub-TypeIntern/Student
Time TypeFull time
What We Do
Kimberly-Clark makes the essentials for a better life with well-known brands that matter every day – at home, school, work and on the go.
Throughout our 148 years, we have challenged conventional wisdom to innovate products that better meet the needs of consumers. We have created new categories with top brands like Kleenex®, and redefined categories with Huggies® and U by Kotex®.
While growing our $18+ billion global business, we help build careers through collaborative teams that push boundaries and endless opportunities to work with some of the world’s most recognized brands. Our 43,000 employees are changing the world for the better, too, generously giving back to communities and causes around the globe.
If innovative thinking and a passion to win inspire you, come Unleash Your Power at Kimberly-Clark.
