About the role#
Reporting to the Project Management Office, you will gain hands-on experience in project management. You will work alongside professionals across various business functions to support the lab's operational goals. This position involves contributing to initiatives that improve PMO processes, tools, and capabilities. Please note that field work may be required.
What you'll do#
- Support functional areas including program and project management, project scheduling, cost estimating, project controls, and policy and assurance.
- Modernize PMO practices by improving policies and documentation.
- Streamline workflows and develop standardized templates and tools.
- Assist with project management systems and reporting tools.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time undergraduate junior, senior, or Masters student in Business Analytics, Finance, Business Management, Construction Management, Project Management, or a closely related degree.
- A minimum overall 3.0 GPA.
- Authorization to work in the U.S., including CPT and OPT.
- A demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
- Required application materials include a current resume or CV, unofficial transcripts, and a current class schedule with credit count.
Location & details#
- This internship is located on-site at the Idaho Falls, Idaho campus.
- The team follows a 9x80 work schedule.
- This is a paid position. Undergraduate interns earn between $26.94 and $32.41 per hour, while Masters interns earn between $35.34 and $37.73 per hour. Placement depends on degree field and education level.
- Benefits include paid holiday time off and potential travel reimbursement for eligible interns.
About Idaho National Laboratory
Idaho National Laboratory is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory founded in 1949. It supports the United States Department of Energy through research in nuclear science, energy, and national defense. The laboratory operates from an 890-square-mile site and employs over 4,000 people. Its research spans robotics, wind power, biofuels, and critical infrastructure protection.
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