Praktikant (m/w/d) Lean Management / Operational Excellence

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential laboratory services organization seeking an intern for Lean Management and Operational Excellence. This internship offers hands-on experience applying continuous improvement methodologies in live laboratory environments while supporting a central operational excellence network across multiple locations.

Location: Berlin, Germany
Start Date: October 2026
Duration: Minimum three months
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
Type: Internship (mandatory or voluntary)

Responsibilities

During your internship, you will connect practical Lean Management application in Berlin-based laboratory facilities with support for the broader operational excellence network. You will analyze real processes, develop concrete improvements together with on-site teams, and support implementation. Simultaneously, you will contribute to group-wide lean activities including training, workshops, communications, and campaigns.

• Document and analyze operational processes using value stream mapping, spaghetti diagrams, and multi-moment studies
• Independently manage a detailed study or lean initiative from problem definition through implementation to results presentation
• Collect and analyze relevant metrics and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented improvements
• Develop practical solutions with local teams in areas such as 5S, FIFO, visual management, and process standardization
• Support preparation, organization, and documentation of lean workshops, training sessions, and events
• Create presentations, posters, templates, and communication materials for the group-wide operational excellence network
• Handle administrative and organizational tasks supporting group-wide lean activities and campaigns
• Present analyses, developed measures, and achieved results to involved teams and relevant decision-makers
• Support projects at additional locations within the DACH region as needed

What We're Looking For

• Currently enrolled in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Business Informatics, Supply Chain Management, or comparable field
• Interest in a minimum three-month mandatory or voluntary internship
• Strong interest in Lean Management, Operational Excellence, continuous improvement, and operational process analysis
• Analytical, structured, and independent working style with enthusiasm for developing and implementing improvements collaboratively
• Excellent communication skills and enjoyment working with diverse stakeholders in a multi-site environment
• Very good German and English language skills, written and spoken
• Willingness to work regularly on-site at Berlin laboratories and occasional travel within the DACH region
• Prior practical experience in Lean Management, continuous improvement processes, process optimization, or metrics analysis is advantageous but not required

How We Work With You

Candidates apply directly through Get A Job.ai. Our recruiting team will conduct an initial screening to understand your background and career goals. Qualified candidates will be presented to our client for consideration. Please do not contact the organization directly—all communication should go through Get A Job.ai to ensure a smooth process.

This role offers structured onboarding with the operational excellence team providing lean fundamentals, methods, and tools. You'll receive personal on-site support from a dedicated contact person for daily operations. The position provides exposure to demanding and regulated laboratory environments, collaboration with both local Berlin teams and the DACH-wide operational excellence network, participation in internal lean training, and modern working arrangements including necessary technical equipment and cross-location collaboration via Microsoft Teams.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Get A Job.ai is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.