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 is a hands-on opportunity to apply continuous improvement methodologies in a real operational environment while supporting organization-wide excellence initiatives.

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

Responsibilities

During your internship, you will bridge practical Lean Management application within laboratory operations and support for the central operational excellence network. You will analyze real processes, develop concrete improvements alongside operational teams, and support their implementation.

• Document and analyze operational processes using value stream mapping, spaghetti diagrams, or multi-moment studies
• Independently manage a detailed study or Lean initiative from problem definition through implementation to results presentation
• Collect and analyze relevant KPIs and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented improvement measures
• Develop practical solutions with on-site teams in areas such as 5S, FIFO, visual management, or process standardization
• Support preparation, organization, and documentation of Lean workshops, training sessions, and events
• Create presentations, posters, templates, and communication materials for the organization-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 decision-makers
• Support projects at additional locations within the DACH region as needed

What We're Looking For

• Current enrollment in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Business Informatics, Supply Chain Management, or comparable field
• 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
• Excellent communication skills and enjoyment of collaboration with diverse stakeholders across multiple locations
• Very good German and English language skills, written and spoken
• Willingness for regular on-site work at Berlin laboratories and occasional travel within the DACH region
• Prior practical experience in Lean Management, continuous improvement, process optimization, or KPI analysis is advantageous but not required

How We Work With You

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Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process with our recruiting team.

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