Intern - Controlling, Year-Round

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2024, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.9 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 57,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites. 

Are you ready to shape the future with us?

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

As a Controlling Intern for the Business Area (BA) Tire Replacement Americas, you will support the Controlling team with analytical and reporting activities while gaining hands‑on experience in financial processes within a global organization. This internship provides opportunities to learn directly from senior analysts, contribute to real business decisions, and build a strong understanding of market performance, profitability drivers, and operational finance.

Key activities:

• Assist with monthly closing activities by preparing basic reports, validating data, and supporting the team with routine tasks;
• Help update monthly forecasts by gathering input, checking data accuracy, and preparing preliminary analyses;
• Support the annual Budget and Strategy processes;
• Assist with the preparation of materials for C-Level operational reviews, including charts, tables, and draft commentary;
• Take hands-on efficiency improvement initiatives,
• Support analysis of Profit & Loss (P&L) and other financial statements;
• Contribute to special cross-team projects;
• Collaborate with team members to provide general support on controlling topics.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, & or Business Administration.
• Able to work a minimum of 20 hours per week during normal business hours.
• Currently enrolled in a US accredited degree program for at least another 12 months and can dedicate 12 months toward this internship.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Well organized and ability to work autonomously.
• Able to come onsite to our Fort Mill, SC Tire HQs 3 days/week (Mon-Fri).

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• Preferred coursework in Accounting & Business.
• Able to work 25+ hours per week during normal business hours.
• Knowledge in Power Query and/or Power BI.

THE PERKS

• Competitive Intern Pay 
• Hands on experience with the team 
• Project Experience 
• Intern Socials/Mixers 
• Mentorship Opportunities 
• Company Lunch and Learns 
• Networking 
• And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

*Continental is not able to pay relocation expenses for this opportunity.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / 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 for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, 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  or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. 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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