Project Management Intern - Summer 2027

CARFAX; Centreville (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

CARFAX, Inc. is seeking a Project Management Intern to support the Project Services team in defining, planning, and implementing diverse technology projects. You will collaborate with managers, analysts, and technologists to apply agile and traditional project management practices.

3 days per week in Reston, VA office with future adjustments. A rising junior or senior pursuing a degree and strong Office & project teamwork skills are required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a business or technical field at an accredited university.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Experience as a member of a project team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and collaboration tools (JIRA/Slack/SharePoint/Confluence/HTML).
• Willingness to learn and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple projects managed by the Project Services team, including technology initiatives and delivery areas.
• Assist in managing initiatives, develop reports and presentations, and help implement best practices.
• Collaborate with the Project Services Director, Managers, and senior leaders on special projects.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Project team experience

Microsoft Office

JIRA/Slack/SharePoint/Confluence/HTML

Willingness to learn

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or technical major

Tools

JIRA

Slack

SharePoint

Confluence

HTML

Job description

Join our Winning Team as a Project Management Intern

At CARFAX we are constantly EXPANDING our product and technology offerings! This means we are continually bringing new, innovative products to market through exciting technology initiatives to help our customers. We’re seeking a Project Management Intern to help our Project Services team define, plan, and implement a diverse set of projects within the technology organization. You’ll work hand in hand with a large team of project managers and analysts, a driven set of technologists, and both business & technology leaders from across the enterprise. You’ll engage with teams who have a passion for agile software development and balance that with the application of sound project management practices. You’ll be part of a team environment where you are well supported and can help launch best-in-market products to our organization’s customers.

At CARFAX, we believe in the power of teamwork and value in-person interactions so that we can collaborate and thrive together. This position will require 3 days in our Reston, VA office, subject to change with future business needs.

The CARFAX Culture

People who work at CARFAX are happy. Our culture offers the unique blend of a high achieving, high-energy workforce in a casual, laid-back setting. Our employee-focused culture has been consistently recognized and has even earned CARFAX the honor of being named as a \"Great Place to Work\" many years running by Washingtonian magazine and has been nationally-ranked by Glassdoor.com! Are you ready to join a winning team that delivers trusted products and has a blast while doing it?

As a Project Management Intern, you will help us build on our successful Co-op program and:

• Be exposed to and support multiple projects managed by the Project Services team, to include various technology initiatives and all technical delivery areas within the team (Product Development, Corporate Infrastructure, Corporate Applications, and Business Intelligence & Analytics).


• Assist in the management of one or more initiatives and provide other analysis and metrics services, develop reports and prepare presentations, and assist with the identification and implementation of best practices.


• Assist the Project Services Director, Managers, and team members on special projects and interact daily with senior leaders throughout the organization.


• Own specific initiatives and be held accountable for delivery, as well as assisting with others’ tasks.


• Be immersed in a professional project management and agile delivery organization, expanding your knowledge and experience in both functions.


• Gain a thorough understanding of how CARFAX works, both internally and from our customers’ perspective.

Requirements:

• Must be willing and able to commute to the Reston, VA office 3 days per week.


• Pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in a business or technical major at an accredited university.


• Sound time management and organization skills.


• Experience as a member of a project team.


• Excellent Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and web-based tool. (JIRA/Slack/SharePoint/Confluence/HTML/etc.) skills.


• A willingness to jump in, learn, and lend a hand; an outstanding work ethic (timeliness, responsiveness, etc.).

Desired Qualifications:

• Passion for project-oriented team experiences


• Familiarity with agile methodologies


• Project Management Institute (PMI) Certified Associate Project Manager (CAPM) certification

NOTE:

This position is intended for rising juniors and seniors currently attending College or University.

Vacancy Status:

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Base Salary:

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $23.00 to $29.00 hourly. Final base salary will be determined based on geographical location, experience, and qualifications.