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General information

Location:
Garching - Bavaria, Germany - Parking 1-5 Business Campus
Job Family:
General & Administration
Worker Type Reference:
Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee) - Intern
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Career Level:
U0
Job ID:
R-54253-2026

Description & Requirements

About the position

The Working Student – Operations Excellence & Transformation supports key strategic and operational initiatives within HARMAN Automotive Operations. The role focuses on enabling structured execution, transparency, and performance tracking across Operations, with a strong involvement in key transformation activities. Working closely with the Operations Excellence team, the position contributes to data-driven decision-making, cross-functional coordination, and preparation of executive-level deliverables.

Your team

You will be part of the Operations Excellence team, which drives transformation and continuous improvement across Automotive Operations. The team works closely with Manufacturing, Procurement, and Supply Chain Management to align priorities, improve end-to-end processes, and ensure successful execution of strategic initiatives. In this role, you will collaborate in a highly international and cross-functional environment, supporting projects with exposure to senior stakeholders and global teams.

What you will do

  • Support the definition of transformation initiatives and projects
  • Maintain and update central trackers
  • Assist in data analysis, consolidation, and reporting
  • Contribute to the preparation of management presentations
  • Support cross-functional coordination and follow-up with stakeholders across Operations
  • Help structure and improve processes, templates, and governance materials
  • Support strategic workshops and meetings organization
  • Ensure proper documentation and file management
  • Provide ad-hoc analyses, sanity checks, and improvement initiatives

What you need

  • Based in the Munich area
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s student in Business Administration, Transformation management or a related field
  • Strong analytical and structured working approach
  • Excellent MS Office skills (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Interest in operations, transformation, and project management
  • First experience in consulting or project-based environments is a plus
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a cross-functional, international environment
  • Business English, Proactive, reliable, and eager to learn

What we offer

  • Flexible working time
  • Training on the job from experts, and access to learning materials
  • Above average payment
  • Experiences and passion in a global acting team

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About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology 
Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.  

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other. 

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!  

Important Notice: Recruitment Scams
Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com', ‘@careers.harman.com’ or ‘@harmanglobal.avature.net’ email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com.

You Belong Here 
HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.  

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.(www.harman.com) 

HARMAN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at harmancareers@harman.com. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.