Strategic Planning Intern

Job Summary

The Project Management Intern will support the Strategic Planning team in the planning, execution, and monitoring of key organizational projects. This internship provides hands-on experience in project coordination, governance, and cross‑functional collaboration. The intern will help ensure initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Coordination Support

• Assist with developing and maintaining project plans, schedules, and status trackers.

• Support project teams by scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and documenting action items.

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to monitor progress and ensure timely deliverables.

• Learn and apply project management methodologies, tools, and reporting practices.

Documentation and Reporting

• Support the creation of project status reports and dashboards for leadership.

• Maintain documentation with attention to accuracy and version control.

• Assist in defining and tracking KPIs and milestones.

• Help prepare presentations, leadership updates, and related materials.

Process Improvement & Governance

• Support implementation of standardized project processes and governance frameworks.

• Contribute to identifying opportunities for efficiency and risk mitigation.

• Assist in aligning project execution with organizational policies, procedures, and strategic objectives.

Other Responsibilities

• Provide project management and organizational support across a variety of strategic initiatives.

• Take initiative to learn new skills and contribute across multiple functions as business needs evolve.

• Additional duties may be assigned based on business needs or job rotation within the corporate Strategic Plan.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Education

• Must be enrolled in an accredited institution.

• Undergraduate rising Junior or Senior (May 2026 graduates welcome) or Graduate Student.

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

• Majors: Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.

Experience

• Demonstrated problem‑solving, teamwork, and organizational skills through coursework, volunteer work, extracurricular activities, or prior internships.

• Substitutions: Not applicable.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar tools.

• Familiarity with project management methodologies and software.

• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.

• Basic understanding of financial concepts and data interpretation.

• Ability to create clear, visually appealing presentations and written deliverables.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to perform and interpret numerical analysis.

• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to follow complex instructions.

• Ability to work independently and in collaborative team environments.

• Creative and deliberative problem‑solving skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold the security/integrity of organizational information.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.

• Routine mobility around the worksite to carry out duties.

• Ability to lift or move materials/equipment up to 20 pounds on occasion.

Travel & Schedule Requirements

• Up to 5% domestic travel.

• Must be on‑site in the office Monday–Friday.