Quality Engineer Intern — Data & Process Improvement

Continental Industry; Halstead (KS); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience in manufacturing

Mentorship from experienced pros

Future employment opportunities

Job summary

ContiTech USA, LLC is seeking a Quality Engineer Intern to join our Quality team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will work alongside experienced quality professionals to improve processes, analyze data, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

This internship offers hands-on experience in manufacturing quality systems, CAPA, SPC, product testing, and cross-functional collaboration. Ideal for engineering students with a drive to learn and contribute to real-world projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical or related Engineering field; sophomores with GPA 2.8+.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, lean principles, or continuous improvement concepts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other standard business tools.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and engage in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
• Legal work authorization to work in the US; no visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Assist with quality investigations and root cause analysis.
• Collect, organize, and analyze manufacturing and quality data.
• Support continuous improvement projects to reduce scrap and improve process capability.
• Participate in CAPA activities.
• Assist with inspections, audits, and documentation.
• Help create and update work instructions, quality procedures, and SOPs.
• Support SPC activities and reporting.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain.
• Assist with product testing and validation.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Manufacturing knowledge

Lean principles

Six Sigma

Excel

PowerPoint

Teamwork

Communication

Learning mindset

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing/Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

ContiTech USA, LLC is seeking a Quality Engineer Intern to join our Quality team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will work alongside experienced quality professionals to improve processes, analyze data, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

This internship offers hands-on experience in manufacturing quality systems, CAPA, SPC, product testing, and cross-functional collaboration. Ideal for engineering students with a drive to learn and contribute to real-world projects.