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This position will report to the Continuous Improvement Leadership team.\nJob Scope\nOur intern program is tailored to individuals who are currently enrolled as full-time students at an accredited university. This will be a 12-month Internship. Working hours can be a minimum of 24 hours up to 40 hours per week, dependent on the intern’s availability. The goal of the Huntsman Intern Program is to provide a structured program that will equip interns with the skills and experience to help prepare for a successful career.\nCompensation for this role is of 420,000 colones per month. \nThe Continuous Improvement Intern will support the Continuous Improvement (CI) team within the Costa Rica GBS organization. This role provides hands-on exposure to Lean methodologies, Continuous Improvement tools, process optimization, and problem-solving techniques within a dynamic, global business environment. The intern will support day-to-day CI operations and contribute to regional and global improvement initiatives while developing practical skills and knowledge. In Summary, as a Continuous Improvement Intern, you will:\nContinuous Improvement and Process Optimization\nSupport day-to-day Continuous Improvement operations, including preparing materials, assembling workshop kits, and coordinating logistics.\nSupport the preparation of CI workshops and training sessions, including Kaizen, Yellow Belt, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities, and assist during sessions.\nParticipate in process reviews and support process mapping and standardization activities.\nSupport Continuous Improvement projects and selected regional and global initiatives.\nData Management and Documentation\nMaintain databases, trackers, and SharePoint sites to ensure information is accurate and up to date.\nAssist in preparing project documentation, presentations, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) drafts, and templates.\nContribute to reports, project summaries, and Continuous Improvement communication materials.\nMaintain organized and accurate documentation related to CI activities and initiatives.\nCollaboration and Operational Support\nCollaborate with regional and global teams on selected Continuous Improvement initiatives.\nSupport the coordination and execution of workshops, training sessions, and other CI activities.\nWork effectively with colleagues across different functions and levels of the organization.\nComplete additional tasks assigned by the supervisor and Continuous Improvement leadership.\nQualifications\nYou must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.\nAll candidates are expected to work at our office in AFZ, Heredia on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Please note that there may be occasions when additional office days are required due to specific business needs.\nThe candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in Costa Rica.\nMinimum Qualifications\nCurrently pursuing a Bachelor's or Licenciate degree, with more than 75% of the degree program completed.\nDemonstrated interest in Continuous Improvement, problem-solving, and process optimization.\nWritten and spoken proficiency in English (B2+).\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.\nStrong organizational and communication skills.\nProactive and positive attitude with a willingness to learn.\nAbility to work effectively in an international and collaborative environment.\nAvailability to work a minimum of 24 hours per week, up to 40 hours per week.\nSkills and Knowledge\nContinuous Improvement mindset.\nProblem-solving skills.\nAnalytical thinking.\nProcess-oriented thinking.\nOrganizational skills.\nAttention to 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