Business Process Optimization Intern

Description

PURPOSE:

The Business Application Intern will support the SAP Sustainment team and Business Intelligence (BI) team by assisting in identifying business processes suitable for automation using advanced tools and AI technologies. This role focuses on analyzing manual, labor-intensive processes, researching automation solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows and improve efficiency.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

·  Assist in identifying manual, repetitive business processes that could benefit from automation.

· Research and evaluate automation tools and AI solutions for process optimization.

·  Collaborate with SAP Sustainment and BI teams to document findings and propose recommendations.

· Support data analysis and reporting tasks as needed.

·  Participate in meetings with stakeholders to understand business requirements and pain points.

·  Prepare documentation and presentations summarizing research and proposed solutions.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND/OR PROFESSIONAL LICENSE(s):

Currently a rising Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related discipline. Coursework in business applications or business processes is preferred. 

EXPERIENCE: 

No prior professional experience required; relevant coursework or academic projects in business process analysis, automation, or data analytics are a plus. Familiarity with ERP (especially SAP) or BI tools is desirable. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Basic understanding of business processes and enterprise applications.

· Interest in automation technologies and AI-driven solutions.

· Strong analytical and research skills to evaluate tools and propose optimization strategies.

· Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

· Self-motivated and eager to learn new technologies and business practices.

CONTACT WITH OTHERS:

Position requires daily contact with employees, all departments, and management. Has contact with other Gentex locations on a frequent basis.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/COMMUNICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; manual dexterity to handle, or feel objects, tools, keyboards or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or hear. The employee may lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The individual must have a high level of comprehension, and a high level of general, verbal, written, and numerical intelligence.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Works majority of the day in a climate controlled environment.

TRAVEL:

Generally, travel is not required

LOCATION: Gentex’s Carbondale facility is located in Northeastern Pennsylvania in Lackawanna County. Carbondale, PA is about twenty miles north of Scranton, PA, 50 miles south of Binghamton, NY, and about 125 miles from New York City and Philadelphia. The area hosts numerous nearby state parks, nature preserves and local colleges and universities, including The University of Scranton and Marywood University. Northeast Pennsylvania is a beautiful area and offers an excellent cost of living. It is a great place to work, recreate, meet people, raise a family and live!

Gentex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for any applicable state or federal protected class. Gentex is an E-Verify Participant. Pre-employment drug/alcohol/background screening is required.