Intern - Enterprise Project Management

National-Information-Solutions-Cooperative-; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

National-Information-Solutions-Cooperative- is seeking an Enterprise Project Management intern for Summer 2027 (May–August) to support project documentation, meetings, and PM software usage. You will gain hands-on experience with SmartSheet while contributing to a values-driven team in a dynamic energy cooperatives environment.

The role emphasizes learning, collaboration, and professional development, with opportunities to interact with internal and external stakeholders across North America.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of business software and services.
• Basic knowledge of the Utility Industry.
• Basic knowledge of Project Management processes and theory.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic level verbal and written communication.
• Excellent research and problem-solving skills.
• Basic ability to interact with internal and external customers.
• Basic level ability to organize and prioritize.
• Integrity – We are committed to doing the right thing – always.
• Relationships – We are committed to building and preserving lasting relationships.
• Innovation – We promote the spirit of creativity and champion new ideas.
• Teamwork – We exemplify the cooperative spirit by working together.
• Empowerment – We believe individuals have the power to make a difference.
• Personal Development – We believe the free exchange of knowledge and information is absolutely necessary to the success of each individual and the organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assist in project documentation.
• Coordinate team and project meetings.
• Learn and use Project Management software.
• Utilize SmartSheet to track projects.
• Commitment to NISC’s Shared Values.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Business software basics

Utility industry basics

PM processes basics

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Research and problem solving

Customer interaction

Organize and prioritize

Integrity

Relationships

Innovation

Teamwork

Empowerment

Personal development

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Tools

Project Management software

SmartSheet

Job description

NISC develops and implements enterprise-level and customer-facing software solutions for over 960+ energy cooperatives and communication organizations across North America. Our mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that are Member-focused, quality-driven and valued-priced. We exist to serve our Members and help them serve their communities through our innovative software products, services and outstanding customer support. We are an AI-forward company committed to being a technology leader in our industry. NISC has been ranked in ComputerWorld’s Best Places to Work for 23 years, and we are looking for qualified individuals to join our team.

We're looking for an Enterprise Project Management intern to join our team!

Current applications submitted will be under consideration for Summer 2027 (May - August)

• Prepare and assist in project documentation
• Coordinate team and project meetings
• Learn and use Project Management software
• Utilize SmartSheet to track projects
• Commitment to NISC’s Shared Values.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Preferred:

• Basic level knowledge of business-related software applications and services.
• Basic level knowledge of the Utility Industry.
• Basic level knowledge of Project Management processes and theory.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic level verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent research and problem-solving skills.
• Basic ability to interact in a positive manner with internal and external customers.
• Basic level ability to organize and prioritize.
• Integrity – We are committed to doing the right thing – always.
• Relationships – We are committed to building and preserving lasting relationships.
• Innovation – We promote the spirit of creativity and champion new ideas.
• Teamwork – We exemplify the cooperative spirit by working together.
• Empowerment – We believe individuals have the power to make a difference.
• Personal Development – We believe the free exchange of knowledge and information is absolutely necessary to the success of each individual and the organization.

Education Preferred:

Junior or Senior pursuing Bachelor’s Degree in a business-related field.

Minimum Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential functions of this position, employees must be able to see and communicate. Employees are regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move, and operate computer keyboards or office equipment.

Disclaimer:

Management may modify this job description by assigning or reassigning duties and responsibilities at any time.