ESH Internship - Summer

Project Intern will be working on:

The intern will support the design and proposal of ergonomic solutions, conduct assessments, and assist in improving employee well-being, comfort, and productivity. This role will provide hands-on experience in ergonomics and workplace design, ideal for students or recent graduates with an interest in health and safety, industrial design, or human factors.

Project Description and Objective (Include what the Intern will be learning):

1. Ergonomic Assessments: Assist in conducting workstation evaluations and ergonomic assessments for employees to identify potential risks and areas for improvement.
    
2. Data Collection & Analysis: Gather and analyze data from ergonomic assessments, employee surveys, and workplace observations to generate insights for design improvements.
    
3. Project Support: Help with the design, implementation, and evaluation of ergonomic interventions aimed at reducing musculoskeletal strain and improving overall workplace comfort.
    
4. Workplace Observation: Conduct in-person walkthroughs of workspaces to observe and document current ergonomic conditions and identify opportunities for improvement.
    
5. Research & Recommendations: Conduct research on best practices, new ergonomic tools, and technologies. Make recommendations for improving ergonomic practices across various departments.

Outcome of Project (Goals of what the intern should accomplish):

• Analyze current workplace ergonomic assessments to identify 3 potential projects.
• Collect additional data and/or research to propose suggested ergonomic solutions.
• Give presentation to administrative staff to select a final project to fund for 2025.
• Provide roadmap on executing the project.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited degree program in Occupational Health, Ergonomics, Industrial Design, Human Factors, Kinesiology, or related field.
• Minimum GPA of 2.8
• 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.

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.

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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 preliminary sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.

With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility.