Project Management Intern

Panasonic Corporation of North America; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Onsite at Gigafactory

Professional development

Job summary

Panasonic Energy of North America is seeking a Project Management Intern to support project lifecycle activities at the Gigafactory in De Soto, Kansas. The program runs 12 weeks during summer 2027 and requires full-time attendance, GPA 3.2, and at least two years of university study.

You will work with experienced managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams, gaining hands-on exposure to planning, scheduling, risk management, and reporting while developing core project management skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3.2 GPA.
• Must have completed a minimum of 2 years at an accredited university.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship.
• Onsite at the Panasonic Energy Gigafactory in De Soto, Kansas.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with planning, execution, monitoring, and closing.
• Support schedule development and progress tracking.
• Document key decisions and action items in meetings.
• Assist with status reports and meeting preparation.
• Track project risks, issues, assumptions, and constraints.
• Monitor milestones, deliverables and deadlines.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Coordinate activities across engineering, operations, maintenance, production, and business teams.
• Assist with budget tracking and performance analysis.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork and collaboration

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

Two years of university enrollment

Currently enrolled as a full-time student

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Job description

Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Project Management Intern? Then we're looking for you!

Responsibilities

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What You’ll Do

As a Project Management Intern, you will work alongside experienced project managers, engineers, operations leaders, and cross-functional teams to support projects throughout their lifecycle. This internship provides practical exposure to project planning, scheduling, stakeholder coordination, risk management, reporting, and project execution while developing the foundational skills needed for a successful career in project management.

Successful interns will leave the program with valuable industry experience, exposure to large-scale manufacturing operations, and a stronger understanding of how projects are planned, managed, and delivered in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties

• Assist Project Managers with project planning, execution, monitoring, and closing activities.
• Support project schedule development, maintenance, and progress tracking.
• Participate in project meetings and daily standups and document key decisions and action items.
• Assist with project documentation, status reports, and meeting preparation.
• Support tracking of project risks, issues, assumptions, and constraints.
• Help monitor project milestones, deliverables, and deadlines.
• Analyze project data and prepare reports, presentations, and dashboards for project stakeholders.
• Coordinate activities across engineering, operations, maintenance, production, and business teams.
• Assist with budget tracking, forecasting, and project performance analysis.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that improve project execution and delivery.

Internship Details

• The program will be a fulltime paid summer internship working for Panasonic Energy at the Gigafactory.
• The program will be 12 weeks in length, and is planned to occur between Monday, May 17 and Friday, August 6, 2027. This date range is subject to change.
• Must be able to attend the entirety of the internship.

Program Requirements

• The program will be a full time paid summer internship working for Panasonic Energy onsite at the Gigafactory
• Must attend entirety of internship from the indicated start and end date noted above
• Minimum 3.2 GPA
• Must have completed a minimum of 2 years at an accredited university
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time the internship begins and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, O-1, TN, L-1, or other employment-based visas) to participate in the program or for a fulltime role after graduation. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements

• To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

What You’ll Bring

Education

• Completion of at least two years of full-time enrollment (minimum 12 credit hours per semester) in a Project Management, Engineering, Business Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Management Science, and Supply Chain Management, or equivalent degree.

Essential Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled as a fulltime student at an accredited four-year college or university.
• Completion of at least two years of full-time enrollment (minimum 12 credit hours per semester).
• GPA of 3.2 or higher
• Basic understanding of project management fundamentals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and collaboration skills.
• Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience through project teams or previous jobs.
• A desire to create a sustainable future through energy storage, renewable energy, and electric vehicles.

Physical Demands

Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)

• Sit: 40%
• Walk: 30%
• Stand: 20%
• Lift: 10%

Tools and/or Equipment:(Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

• Keyboard/Computer: Continuous
• Office Equipment: Continuous
• Phone Continuous

Required Lifting and Carrying: (Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

• Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required

About Us

Meet Panasonic! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us.

Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.

As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.

Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.

We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

Where You’ll Be

For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.

We Take Opportunity Seriously

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience.

Supplemental Information

Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

This position is not eligible for company-sponsored benefits such as health insurance. Employees may be eligible for certain state- or locally-mandated benefits depending on hours worked and applicable law.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.

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