Summer 2027 Intern - Project Management (Creative Design)

General Motors; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid U.S. GM Holidays

GM Family First Vehicle Discount

Intern events and networking

Job summary

General Motors in Pasadena is seeking a Project Management Intern to support design operations, finance, and construction project management. You will assist with accounts processing, reporting, and documentation across internal teams and contractors, while gaining hands-on experience in design project management and studio logistics.

The role emphasizes collaboration with finance, operations, and project teams, organizing records, and ensuring accuracy in project documentation.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, construction management, project management, or related field.
• Must be graduating between December 2027 and May 2028.
• Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week during the summer months.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable/receivable, invoices, purchase orders, and expense records.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, project schedules, and presentations.
• Track construction project documentation, milestones, budgets, action items, and deliverables.
• Coordinate information among finance, operations, project teams, contractors, and vendors.
• Organize contracts, invoices, drawings, notes, and other project documentation.
• Review information for completeness and accuracy per internal controls and procedures.

Skills

Excel basics

Word & PowerPoint

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/accounting/finance/construction management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Construction drawings reading

Job description

Job Description

The Role:

The Project Management Intern supports Creative Design business operations, financial activities, and construction project management while gaining practical experience across multiple functions. Working under the guidance of finance, operations, and project professionals, the intern will assist with construction project management, track project information, and help coordinate communication and documentation among internal teams, contractors, and other stakeholders. The intern will also work with creative staff to assist with design project management and studio logistics.

The Team:

The team supports design business operations, finance, construction project management, and studio logistics. This role works with finance, business operations, project teams, creative staff, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders.

What You'll Do:

• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoices, purchase orders, expense records, and transaction processing.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, project schedules, status summaries, meeting materials, and presentations.
• Track construction project documentation, milestones, budgets, action items, change requests, and deliverables.
• Serve as a liaison among finance, business operations, project teams, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders by coordinating information and follow-up activities.
• Organize contracts, invoices, drawings, meeting notes, supporting records, and other project documentation.
• Review information for completeness and accuracy while following internal controls, safety expectations, and company procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, construction management, project management, or a related field.
• Must be graduating between December 2027 and May 2028.
• Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week during the summer months.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic understanding of business operations, accounting principles, financial transactions, or construction project processes through coursework or work experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including data entry, formatting, and basic formulas.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Understanding of and ability to read and retrieve construction drawings and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, time management, and accuracy.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and learn new systems and processes.

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.).

Work Arrangement:

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Pasadena Design Studio on a full-time basis.

GM will provide a one-time lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for the 2027 Student Program - to help facilitate administration of relocation benefits,

Start Dates:

Start dates for this internship role are May & June of 2027.

Compensation:

The salary for this role is $6,100 monthly.

What You’ll Get From Us (Benefits):

• Paid U.S. GM Holidays
• GM Family First Vehicle Discount Program
• Result-based potential for growth within GM
• Intern events to network with company leaders and peers

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