Intern - IT Project Management (Summer 2027)

BWXT; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

BWXT invites applications for an IT Project Management Intern in Melbourne, FL. The role supports BWXT's Business Systems Digital Transformation with initiation, planning, execution, and closing of strategic, complex IT projects within Applications and ERP.

Hybrid schedule in Melbourne, FL. You will assist in aligning PMO standards, using MS Office tools, and learning PM methodologies while collaborating with project managers and executives.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or master's degree program with some completed coursework.
• Experience and knowledge with the project management body of knowledge, Microsoft Office-Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Microsoft SharePoint and Visio.
• An understanding of project management concepts and tools.
• Excellent and effective inter-personal, leadership and communication skills with the ability to clearly present project event status to the project team and leadership.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DOE clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with successful execution of multi-million dollar critical, complex, high-risk projects / programs, meeting aggressive deadlines.
• Work directly with project managers to ensure successful execution of project management tasks including testing, defect management, status reporting, cutover, and hypercare.
• Provide timely and accurate task / event status to project team, PMO, Stakeholders and Executives.
• Ensure project management approaches are consistent, measurable and aligned with PMO standards and best practices.
• Assist in the implementation of project management tools and methodologies.

Skills

PMBOK knowledge

MS Office Suite

Communication skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

DOE clearance eligibility

Education

Pursuing undergrad/grad degree

Tools

Word

Excel

MS Project

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Visio

Job description

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram .

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview

The IT Project Management intern will assist BWXT’s Business Systems Digital Transformation strategy with initiation, planning, execution, and closing of strategic, complex, high-risk, multi-million-dollar IT projects and programs. Projects will be performed for the ongoing Business Systems Digital Transformation program focused on the Applications and ERP domain.

Location:

Hybrid schedule in Melbourne, FL

Your Day to Day as an IT Project Management Intern:

• Assist with successful execution of multi-million dollar critical, complex, high-risk projects / programs, meeting aggressive deadlines.
• Work directly with project managers to ensure successful execution of project management tasks including testing, defect management, status reporting, cutover, and hypercare.
• Provide timely and accurate task / event status to project team, PMO, Stakeholders and Executives.
• Ensure project management approaches are consistent, measurable and aligned with PMO standards and best practices.
• Assist in the implementation of project management tools and methodologies.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or master's degree program with some completed coursework.
• Experience and knowledge with the project management body of knowledge, Microsoft Office-Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Microsoft SharePoint and Visio.
• An understanding of project management concepts and tools.
• Excellent and effective inter-personal, leadership and communication skills with the ability to clearly present project event status to the project team and leadership.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DOE clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with application deployment / upgrade projects
• Experience with application testing, training, defect management, cutover, and hypercare.

Pay: $30.84

The starting hourly rate for this position in Florida (US-FL) is expected to be $30.84 per hour. The hourly rate offered is based on local job market factors and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify the hourly rate (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation, or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or applicable department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

Nearest Major Market: Melbourne

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