**Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security** _At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world._ We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Continuous Improvement Intern to join our team. As a Continuous Improvement Intern, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our continuous improvement team to support and contribute to various improvement initiatives and projects. This internship will provide valuable hands-on experience in Lean methodologies and process improvement techniques. **What You Will Do:** + Collaborate with the continuous improvement team and value stream leaders to identify improvement opportunities and develop action plans. + Assist in conducting process analysis and data collection to identify areas for improvement. + Support the implementation of Lean tools and methodologies, such as 5S, Kaizen events, and Standard Work. + Participate in continuous improvement projects, including data analysis, problem-solving, and process optimization. + Assist in documenting current processes, creating process maps, and identifying areas of waste and inefficiency. + Contribute to the development of training materials and presentations related to continuous improvement initiatives. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to facilitate process improvement workshops and activities. + Assist in documenting and sharing success stories and lessons learned from continuous improvement projects. + Position will be 5-day week on site. **What You Need to Succeed:** + Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field. + Strong interest in continuous improvement methodologies and process optimization. + Knowledge of Lean principles and tools is a plus. + Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. + Software: VISIO and Minitab is a PLUS + Proficiency in data analysis and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). + Strong communication and interpersonal skills. + Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. + Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment. + Eagerness to learn and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. **Why Work for Us?** **Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if:** + You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it”. + You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us. **What You’ll Get from Us:** + A commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging: making a difference and leading with purpose + High energy, influential, cross collaborative team environment + Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through Clifton Strengths testing and coaching. + Customized individual development plans and growth maps to help you unlock your full potential and career graph with Allegion. + Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can "serve others, not yourself" **Apply Today!** Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow’s world a safer place! **_Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role?_** _Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification_ **_and_** _every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role._ **We Celebrate Who We Are!** Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team (Careers@Allegion.com) . © Allegion plc, 2023 | Block D, Iveagh Court, Harcourt Road, Dublin 2, Co. Dublin, Ireland REGISTERED IN IRELAND WITH LIMITED LIABILITY REGISTERED NUMBER 527370 Allegion is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer (https://www.allegion.com/corp/en/careers/equal-opportunity.html) Privacy Policy **We are Allegion.** A team of experts. United under a common desire; Protect today innovate for tomorrow. And never settle for the status quo. We believe in anticipating opportunities by sharpening our skills and finding new answers through collaboration. We believe in a safer, more secure world. We believe in providing peace of mind. We believe in being true to ourselves and to those who trust-in our protection. We are many. We are one. **We are Allegion.**