What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern - Engineering Analyst, Summer 2026 position at Continental?
Company Description
THE COMPANY
Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.
Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2025, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.8 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites.
Job Description
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
We are seeking a motivated intern to support process documentation, data analysis, and automation activities. The intern will help convert institutional and historical knowledge into structured process documents and tools, and improve operational efficiency through checklists, analytics, and automation.
This role is ideal for candidates interested in process improvement, analytics, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Document historical and tacit (“back-of-the-head”) knowledge into structured process documents and PoMS.
- Create and maintain process checklists to support standardization and compliance.
- Analyze Excel datasets and support conversion into macro-enabled automated solutions.
- Perform data analysis and reporting using Excel and/or other analytical tools.
- Support preparation of presentations, summaries, and insights for stakeholders (PowerPoint preferred).
Qualifications
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE
- Currently enrolled in a US accredited university pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, project engineering, construction engineering, or similar
- Able to work 40 hours per week during standard business hours (Mon-Fri)
- Must have and maintain a minimum GPA of a 2.8 or higher
- Minimum sophomore standing or higher
- Available to come onsite to the Uvalde location 3 days/week (Mon-Fri)
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, especially:
- Excel, including macro programming (VBA)
- Power BI (module-level working knowledge)
- Experience in analytics using Excel or other data analysis tools
- PowerPoint skills are an added advantage
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to convert informal or undocumented knowledge into structured documentation
- Attention to detail and process-oriented thinking
- Good written and verbal communication skills
ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT
- Junior or higher class standing
- Coursework in engineering
Additional Information
THE PERKS
- Competitive Intern Pay
- Hands on experience with the team
- Project Experience
- Mentorship Opportunities
- Networking
- And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!
EEO-Statement:
EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [email protected] or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.
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