Project Management Office Intern - Summer 2027

Idaho National Laboratory; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holiday time off

Travel reimbursement may be available

Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking an undergraduate or Masters intern to gain hands-on experience in project management within the PMO. You’ll support cost estimating, scheduling, controls, policy and assurance across a range of projects and functions, while helping to modernize PMO practices.

The team operates on a 9x80 schedule on-site at the Idaho Falls Campus. Start date and duration vary by project and student availability.

Qualifications

• Undergrad junior-senior or Masters student enrolled full time at an accredited college/university studying business analytics, finance, business management, construction management, project management, or a closely related degree.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. (including CPT and OPT).
• Resume or CV on file (current).
• Unofficial transcripts (include current and completed degree programs).
• Current class schedule and number of credits.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in project management while contributing to PMO initiatives and improving PMO processes, tools and capabilities.
• Support Program & Project Management, Project Scheduling, Cost Estimating, Project Controls, Policy & Assurance as needed.
• Help modernize PMO practices by improving policies, documentation and workflows; develop standardized templates and tools; support PMO reporting tools.

Education

Business Analytics

Finance

Business Management

Construction Management

Project Management

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the Project Management Office (PMO), you'll gain hands‑on experience in project management while contributing to initiatives that improve PMO processes, tools, and capabilities—working alongside experienced professionals across a range of projects and business functions.

Reporting to the Project Management Office (PMO), you'll gain hands‑on experience in project management while contributing to initiatives that improve PMO processes, tools, and capabilities—working alongside experienced professionals across a range of projects and business functions.

The PMO supports organizations across INL through cost estimating, project scheduling, project controls, program/project management, and policy and assurance.

Interns will support these functional areas*:

• Program & Project Management
• Project Scheduling
• Cost Estimating
• Project Controls
• Policy & Assurance

Interns will also help modernize PMO practices by improving policies and documentation, streamlining workflows, developing standardized templates and tools, and supporting project management systems and reporting tools.

This team works a 9x80 schedule onsite at our Idaho Falls Campus. Start date and duration vary by project and student availability.

Minimum Qualifications

• Undergrad junior-senior or Masters student enrolled full time at an accredited college/university studying Business Analytics, Finance, Business Management, Construction Management, Project Management, or a closely related degree
• A minimum overall 3.0 GPA
• Authorization to work in the U.S. (including CPT and OPT)
• Current Resume or CV
• Unofficial Transcripts (include current and completed degree programs)
• Current class schedule and number of credits
• You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.

Compensation

• Undergraduate Internships ($26.94/hour - $32.41/hour)
• Masters Internships ($35.34/hour - $37.73/hour)
• Multi-Level: Internships are typically multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on degree field and level of education.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials, manipulate tools, type on a keyboard, reach with hands and arms, and operate job-related equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits and Relocation

• Paid holiday time off
• Travel reimbursement may be available for eligible interns

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

INL Mission

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [e-mail] to request accommodation.

Other Information

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