Project Manager Intern, Cooper Lighting Solutions - (February to May 2027)

Cooper Lighting Solutions; Peachtree City (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Cooper Lighting Solutions, a Signify business unit, offers an on-site Project Manager Intern role in Peachtree City, GA. You’ll support the development and execution of product and cost-saving projects, maintaining plans and budgets using MS Project while collaborating with design, engineering, and marketing teams.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in risk assessment, process improvements, and post-launch activities, with opportunities for professional development and potential full-time

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in project management, business administration, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks effectively; excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in project management software, such as Microsoft Project; familiar with project management methodologies, such as Agile or Waterfall.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with flexibility and adaptability to changing project requirements or timelines.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills; experience in a project management or related role is preferred but not required.
• Able to work on site in Peachtree City, GA facility for 20 hours a week.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of new product and savings projects; assist in the creation and maintenance of project plans, timelines, and budgets using project management software.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product design, engineering, and marketing, to ensure project goals and objectives are met.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize project delays or costs; assist in identifying and implementing process improvements to optimize project management practices.
• Participate in product testing and quality assurance activities to ensure product performance and customer satisfaction; support the transition of new products to production and assist with post-launch activities.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance project management skills and knowledge.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Agile

Waterfall

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in project management / related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

About Signify

Through bold discovery and cutting-edge innovation, we lead an industry that is vital for the future of our planet: lighting. Through our leadership in connected lighting and the Internet of Things, we're breaking new ground in data analytics, AI, and smart solutions for homes, offices, cities, and beyond.

At Signify, you can shape tomorrow by building on our incredible 125+ year legacy while working toward even bolder sustainability goals. Our culture of continuous learning, creativity, and commitment to diversity and inclusion empowers you to grow your skills and career.

Join us, and together, we’ll transform our industry, making a lasting difference for brighter lives and a better world.

More about the role

This is an exciting job opportunity for you as a Project Manager Intern in Peachtree City, GA, with Cooper Lighting Solutions, a business unit of Signify, the world leader in lighting.

• Support the development and execution of new product and savings projects; assist in the creation and maintenance of project plans, timelines, and budgets using project management software
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product design, engineering, and marketing, to ensure project goals and objectives are met
• Conduct risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize project delays or costs; assist in the identification and implementation of process improvements to optimize project management practices and increase efficiency
• Participate in product testing and quality assurance activities to ensure product performance and customer satisfaction; support the transition of new products to production and assist with post-launch activities, such as monitoring product performance and customer feedback
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance project management skills and knowledge

More about you

While we value and appreciate all applicants, we believe that the following experience and skills will be needed to shine brightly in this job opening:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in project management, business administration, or a related field
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks effectively; excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in project management software, such as Microsoft Project; familiar with project management methodologies, such as Agile or Waterfall
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with flexibility and adaptability to changing project requirements or timelines
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills; experience in a project management or related role is preferred but not required
• Able to work on site in our Peachtree City, Ga facility for 20 hours a week

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future company sponsorship needs.

This internship could lead to an at will full-time role.

Pay Rate: $23.00 to $31.00 per hour (based on year of study)

Benefits Overview: Company subsidized benefits plan offerings that includes Medical and a Health Savings Account.

Everything we’ll do for you

You can grow a lasting career here. We’ll encourage you, support you, and challenge you. We’ll help you learn and progress in a way that’s right for you, with coaching and mentoring along the way. We’ll listen to you too, because we see and value every one of our 27,000+ people. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a full spectrum of bright ideas. With a global workforce present in 70+ countries, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where every voice is heard and valued, helping us all achieve more together.

Come join us, and together we can light up the future.