Project Management Intern (Summer 2027)

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) with match

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Plano, TX offers a non-technical summer internship designed to provide hands-on aerospace/defense experience. You’ll work with industry experts on real projects, receive mentoring, and join cross-functional workshops for professional growth.

Applicants should be sophomores–seniors pursuing business-related majors, with strong analytics and MS Office skills. Travel and a Secret clearance may be required; onsite work is expected.

Qualifications

• Sophomore, junior, or senior with at least 6 months until graduation after internship.
• Pursuing a degree in a business-related field and enrolled in a university program.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proficient in MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Participate in actual projects and contribute to team objectives.
• Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Assist in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to support decisions.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation and reports as required.
• Attend planning meetings to understand project requirements and goals.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support best practices.
• Participate in workshops to understand the business and company culture.
• Effectively communicate ideas, progress, and findings to team members and leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Visio

Detail oriented

Education

Sophomore to Senior

Business/Finance/Marketing/HR field

Currently enrolled in university

Tools

Microsoft Access

Job description

Come start your career with some of the brightest and most innovative minds in the country! As a Non-Technical Intern, you will engage in a comprehensive summer internship program designed to provide hands-on experience in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment. You will work alongside industry experts, participate in real-world projects, and gain valuable insights into business operations. This internship offers a unique opportunity for professional growth through mentoring, cross-functional workshops, and direct involvement in company projects.The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.Responsibilities:Participate in actual projects and contribute to team objectives by completing assigned tasks.Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals in your field.Assist in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to support business decisions.Prepare and maintain accurate documentation and reports as required.Attend planning meetings to understand project requirements and team goals.Identify opportunities for process improvements and support the implementation of best practices.Participate in workshops designed to provide a deeper understanding of the business and company culture.Effectively communicate ideas, progress, and findings to team members and leadership.Qualifications You Must Have:Must be a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in college or technical school, with at least 6 months until graduation after end of internship.Relevant experience.Currently enrolled in a university or college program pursuing a degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, or a related field.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment.Strong organization skills and work ethic; detail oriented.Qualifications We Prefer:Prior internship or work experience in a related field.Familiarity with the Aerospace and Defense industry.Basic knowledge of data analysis tools and software.Microsoft Access skills.Essential Functions:Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods.Proficiency with computers and office equipment.Manual dexterity for handling office supplies and equipment.Ability to lift up to 10 lbs occasionally.Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.Ability to travel may be required.This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more .IMPORTANT NOTICE:This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.