Mandatory Internship - Application Engineering Excellence – Power BI and efficiency expert - REF80326P

As a Mandatory Intern in Application Engineering Excellence at Continental, you'll be responsible for supporting the Power BI expertise within the team, assisting in the creation and enhancement of monthly KPI reports, and improving the transparency of these KPIs. You'll coordinate between various improvement teams and students, engage in creating new KPI environments, and support initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency and tracking project plans effectively.

To qualify for the Mandatory Internship - Application Engineering Excellence at Continental, you should be a Master's student in industrial engineering, vehicle systems technology, or a comparable course of study. Experience with Power BI and MS Office is essential, alongside fluency in English and good German language skills. Strong analytical, creative, and coordination skills are also crucial for success in this role.

The Mandatory Internship in Application Engineering Excellence at Continental lasts for 6 months, with a requirement that the mandatory component covers at least 5 months. The internship is open for immediate start, making it a fantastic opportunity for students available to dive into their careers right away.

Continental offers an array of benefits for its Mandatory Internship positions, including flexible working hours, the possibility of hybrid work arrangements, and performance-based remuneration. You’ll also receive qualified support from experts, health-oriented workplace options, and opportunities for sports activities, along with regular team events to foster a collaborative environment.

Yes! Continental is committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging. They provide equal opportunities for all employees and interns, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or any other status. This commitment to a diverse workplace enriches the company’s culture and encourages everyone to contribute freely.

When answering this question, highlight your passion for the automotive industry and your enthusiasm for enhancing efficiency through data analytics, particularly using Power BI. Mention how this internship aligns with your career goals and the opportunity it presents to work with innovative technologies.

In your response, detail any academic projects or previous work where you have utilized Power BI. Discuss your familiarity with data visualization, reporting tools, and how you’ve used Power BI to make data-based decisions or improve processes in past experiences.

Explain your approach to time management and prioritization strategies, such as using tools like to-do lists, project management software, or setting deadlines. Provide examples from past projects where you effectively juggled responsibilities and maintained quality work.

Discuss the analytical tools you have experience with, focusing on Power BI, Excel, and any other software relevant to data analysis. Provide examples of how you have used these tools to solve problems, analyze data, or draw insights in your academic or professional work.

Detail your approach starting with understanding current processes, identifying bottlenecks, and then brainstorming ways to enhance clarity and usefulness of KPI reports. Discuss the importance of stakeholder feedback and how constant iteration is key for improvement.

Emphasize your communication skills and teamwork experience. Discuss how regular check-ins, collaborative tools, and clear documentation can facilitate effective coordination between teams and ensure everyone stays on the same page regarding project goals.

Share a specific example of a challenging project, outlining the obstacles faced and the strategies you implemented to overcome them. Emphasize your problem-solving skills and how you engaged with team members to find solutions.

Discuss the significance of efficiency in reducing costs, improving productivity, and enhancing product quality in application engineering. Elaborate on how optimized processes lead to better outcomes and underpin the success of engineering projects.

Illustrate your proactive approach to professional development, including following industry news, participating in webinars, and engaging with online learning platforms. Mention any specific journals or forums you frequent to keep abreast of innovations.

Reflect on qualities such as analytical thinking, creativity, communication skills, and teamwork. Explain how these traits contribute to a conducive work environment and effective problem-solving within application engineering.