Supply Chain Intern

About us

The Company

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic, and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.  

ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe, and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 42,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.8 billion euros (2023), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America. Are you ready to shape the future with us? 

Position Overview

The Supply Chain Intern will support daily operations within the manufacturing plant’s supply chain function. This role involves hands-on experience in procurement, logistics, production planning, and inventory management while contributing to projects that improve efficiency and data accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with tracking inventory levels, conducting cycle counts, and analyzing material variances.
• Support the Supply Chain team through supplier communication, order tracking, and maintaining purchase documentation.
• Assist in coordinating the movement of materials between departments to ensure timely production flow.
• Compile and analyze supply chain data to identify trends, discrepancies, or improvement opportunities.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings with production, logistics, and quality.
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and dashboards to support operational decision‑making.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing waste, improving accuracy, or enhancing workflow efficiency.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Operations Management, or a related field at an accredited college or university.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic data analytics tools.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Intern must be local to the Auburn or Valparaiso, Indiana location and will work onsite. Relocation is not available for this position. 

Learning Opportunities

• Exposure to end‑to‑end supply chain processes within a manufacturing setting.
• Experience working with ERP systems and manufacturing operations.
• Development of professional skills through collaboration with experienced supply chain and operations teams.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

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 Careers@conti-na.com 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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