Project Management
Job Description
Project Management Internship
(Virtual with In-Person Events)
Location: DMV, New Jersey, New York, or Atlanta Areas
Duration: 9 Months
Commitment: 8-10 Hours Per Week
Are you a recent graduate or aspiring professional eager to launch your career in project management and business operations? This unique internship offers you the chance to develop invaluable skills, gain exposure to various organizations, and build a professional portfolio—all while working alongside an experienced and supportive team.
What You Can Expect
This 9-month virtual internship is designed to provide you with hands-on experience in Project Management, Business Operations Consulting, Process Improvement, and Strategic Planning. You will:
- Learn project management methodologies and tools.
- Work on real-world projects to sharpen your communication and problem-solving skills.
- Gain exposure to professional environments across industries.
- Develop a standout portfolio that demonstrates your expertise.
- Access upskilling courses to elevate your knowledge and abilities.
- Attend in-person networking or collaborative events in your region (DMV, NJ, NY, or Atlanta).
- While this is an unpaid internship, a stipend will be provided upon completion of the program.
What We Expect From You
We are looking for motivated, proactive, and adaptable individuals who:
- Are excited to collaborate with teams and contribute actively to discussions and decision-making processes.
- Take pride in their work, complete tasks with limited supervision, and aren’t afraid to ask for help when needed.
- Are genuinely interested in project management, process improvement, and strategic planning.
Are You a Match?
We’d love to hear from you if you are:
- Collaborative: You communicate effectively, adapt to team roles, and foster trust.
- Self-Directed: You can complete tasks independently and own your responsibilities.
- Detail-Oriented: You have strong organizational skills and ensure high-quality work.
Responsibilities
As a Project Management Intern, you’ll:
- Support project managers with facilitating meetings, scheduling, milestones, and weekly project status updates.
- Use and learn project management tools and software.
- Assist with documentation, deliverables, and risk mitigation plans.
- Create wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and report layouts.
- Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) and related processes.
- Make visual Gantt charts to illustrate project timelines and deliverables.
Qualifications
- Strong MS Office (or equivalent) skills, including experience creating Gantt charts.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Time management and problem-solving expertise.
- Knowledge of project management organizational principles.
- A sharp eye for detail.
Note: Check with your school’s Internship Coordinator before accepting this position to determine if it satisfies criteria for academic credit if applicable.
Why This Internship?
- Professional Portfolio Development: Gain hands-on experience to showcase your work.
- Career Advancement: Build your network and open doors to future opportunities.
- Skills Growth: Access free upskilling courses and refine your professional toolkit.
- Professional Certification Opportunity: Upon successful completion of the internship and participation in the program’s cohort sessions, you will have the opportunity to earn a certification in [specific skillset or industry area], recognizing your mastery of the competencies developed throughout the program.
- Stipend Bonus: Receive a completion stipend as recognition for your contributions.
Apply here and take the first step toward a rewarding career in project management and business operations.