About the role#
The Product and Process Industrialization Intern supports continuous improvement activities at our manufacturing plant. You will gain hands-on experience with process industrialization, data analytics, and quality systems. This position focuses on initiatives that increase productivity, reduce waste, and ensure product conformity.
What you'll do#
- Collect, analyze, and report process data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
- Participate in root-cause investigations using continuous improvement tools.
- Support projects aimed at reducing variation, improving workflow efficiency, and strengthening operational performance.
- Maintain documentation such as work instructions, standard operating procedures, and control plans.
- Audit processes, work areas, and documentation to ensure compliance.
- Partner with production, engineering, and quality teams to validate corrective and preventive actions.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Quality, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Ability to work onsite at our Auburn, Indiana plant.
- Availability to start immediately in November 2026.
- Strong analytical mindset and the ability to interpret data.
- Familiarity with basic continuous improvement or Lean concepts.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Location & details#
- Location: Auburn, Indiana.
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship.
- Sponsorship is not available for this role.
About Continental
Continental operates as a global supplier for the motor vehicle industry. The company develops technologies for sustainable and connected mobility for people and goods. Its work spans vehicle networking, tire production, and automated driving systems. Founded in 1871, the firm maintains operations in 56 countries. It employs over 10,000 people.
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