Environmental Safety & Health (ESH) Internship

The Environmental Safety & Health (ESH) Internship is an opportunity to support a 200,000 square foot automotive parts manufacturing facility of approximately 400 employees located in New Braunfels, Texas. This $110 million investment location manufactures Advanced Driver Assistance Systems for automated and assisted driving. The Environmental Safety & Health Internship position is a developmental role to gain practical experience in the ESH function and support the needs of the department in a 24/7 manufacturing plant. In this capacity, the ESH Intern will contribute to successful operations for the location. This position is scheduled to last 12 weeks in length from May 18, 2026 - August 7, 2026.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluates the work environment for occupational safety, environmental protection, fire protection, security and health.
• Assist with the development and implementation ESH related processes in the location to ensure legal compliance as well as emergency response planning/execution. 
• Conduct occupational safety checks before start of operation of equipment and machines.  
• Utilize Risk Assessment methods to generate safety analyses and concepts as well as emergency preparedness plans. 
• Aid management in program elements to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal regulations regarding control and disposal of waste.
• Assist with emergency response planning and execution.

OUTCOMES:

The Environmental Safety & Health Intern can expect to gain practical experience in a broad range of ESH topics. Focus projects may include, but are not limited to:

• Risk Assessments for new equipment
• Lockout Tagout program enhancements
• Ergonomics evaluations
• Recycling and Environmental Sustainability

• Currently enrolled in an accredited University Degree Program
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in in occupational safety and health, environmental sciences, engineering or natural science and proof of the functional knowledge of occupational safety and/or environmental protection
• 3.0 overall GPA or higher
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening
• Continental is not able to pay relocation expenses for this opportunity

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY:
• Awesome employee discounts on travel, electronics, vehicles, tires, and more
• Holiday pay
• Experience working for a global industry leader!

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:
EEO / AA / 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, 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 248.393.5566. 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.

Ready to take your career to the next level and join us at the start of something extraordinary? Apply now to become a part of our company and drive the future mobility together with us!

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 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary. The Automotive group sector comprises technologies for passive safety, brake, chassis, motion and motion control systems. Innovative solutions for assisted and automated driving, display and operating technologies, as well as audio and camera solutions for the vehicle interior, are also part of the portfolio, as is intelligent information and communication technology for the mobility services of fleet operators and commercial vehicle manufacturers. Comprehensive activities relating to connectivity technologies, vehicle electronics and high-performance computers round off the range of products and services.

Join the New Braunfels, TX team for the exciting journey of a new facility start-up (Greenfield). The $110 million facility will manufacture Advanced Driver Assistance Systems for automated and assisted driving.