Company Description

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?

Job Description

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Provide support to the ESH Manager with the implementation of hazard and management processes of the siteJoin a dynamic team while ensuring compliance and continuous improvement of the Environmental, Health and Safety programsLearn about the fundamentals of Environmental Health and Safety requirements, as well as gain knowledge of and interact with other business professionals throughout the internshipConduct and assist Risk Assessment of tasks for site personnel (PPE, Spot Check Walkdowns, Hazards of Equipment, Routine/Non-Routine tasks)Create and perform awareness activities for site personnel that will engage personnel in a ESH Culture. Update the Hazardous Substances Program (ChemTrec, SDS updates, SOC, SVHC)Enforce site and regulatory ESH policiesSupport the Waste Reduction Project and Recycling programSupport ISO 14001 & 45001 Management Systems Programs

THE ENVIRONMENT

Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures and guidelines must always be adhered to.  Applicants must be able to work in a manufacturing industrial environment and be able to wear personal protective equipment such as safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

Applicants must be currently enrolled as a student in a U.S. accredited college, university or technical college, with a minimum GPA of 2.8.  Pursuing a degree in Environmental, Health and Safety or related field (e.g., Science, Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, etc.)High/Basic degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.Strong/Basic analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.Strong/Basic verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as internal and external clients.Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.Ability to work with and influence peers and management. Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reportingPaid full-time summer internship No relocation assistance or housing assistance is offered for this position.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.

Additional Information

THE PERKS

Competitive PayHands-on Experience with the TeamProject ExperienceNetworkingOn-Site GymAnd many more benefits that come with 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 [email protected] 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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