About the role#
As a Project Management intern, you will support New Product Development (NPD) teams and the Project Management Office (PMO) with governance and portfolio execution. This role involves working cross-functionally to improve tools, workflows, and execution speed. You will gain experience in a professional setting while contributing to meaningful projects.
What you'll do#
- Assist with data entry, metrics, resource analysis, and portfolio trend reporting.
- Support the development and monitoring of project scope, risk registers, and detailed project Gantt charts.
- Help mature the PMO by identifying, developing, and implementing new tools.
- Build productive relationships with project teams and PMO stakeholders.
- Support NPD projects by analyzing work implications and dependencies.
- Complete assigned tasks according to established timelines.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Must remain enrolled in a degree-seeking program following the internship.
- Cumulative 3.0 GPA or above is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proven ability to collaborate and build relationships.
- Eagerness to learn.
Location & details#
- Location: Irvine, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
- Sponsorship: No visa sponsorship is available for this role.
About Stryker
Stryker is a medical equipment manufacturer based in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The company produces medical devices and surgical instruments for the MedSurg, Neurotechnology, and Orthopaedics sectors. It operates globally with over 53,000 employees and maintains more than 44 manufacturing and research facilities. Stryker reported 2024 sales of 22.6 billion dollars.
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