Project Management Intern

Job Description

Job Summary/Objective:
The purpose of Southwire’s College Programs is to help early career professionals bring together formal learning and

productive work to improve their ability to transition from school to work. Southwire provides interns and co-ops with

“real world” applications of their academic studies, helpful feedback and coaching, and consideration for employment

after graduation. Each student will have a variety of responsibilities and assigned projects that relate to their field of

study and be responsible for developing a timeline, progress updates, and final delivery in a senior leadership expo.

Note: All new interns and co-ops must begin in the summer rotation.

Ready to explore new horizons in your own development as a Southwire Intern or Co-op and help us power what’s possible?

Key Responsibilities
· Your intern assignment is generally 10-12 weeks, and co-op assignment is generally 16-18 weeks and

will include an assigned project and opportunities to present your work.

· You will also collaborate on other exciting projects and work with talented peers and inspirational

leaders, many of whom began as interns and co-ops themselves.

· You will be provided a robust developmental experience through an immersive onboarding and

offboarding experience, assigned a mentor, networking opportunities, organized events, activities, and

community service /volunteer initiatives.

· You will have the opportunity to impact the future of the organization, all the while being exposed to

a world-class program community.

· Finally, our rising senior interns and co-ops are considered for full-time employment opportunities.

Long Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Summer Intern to join our Project Delivery Management team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in managing high-voltage (HV) projects and supporting process improvements across our operations. You’ll work closely with project managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams to help deliver impactful infrastructure and process initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, tracking, and reporting on HV project delivery timelines and milestones
• Support documentation and process mapping for project workflows and improvements
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to status updates and action tracking
• Help analyze project performance metrics and identify areas for optimization
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and support project execution
• Contribute to the development of project dashboards, presentations, and reports
• Perform administrative tasks related to project documentation and compliance

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or a related field
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar) is a plus
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Interest in infrastructure, energy, or process improvement projects

What you’ll gain

• Exposure to real-world project delivery in a dynamic and technical environment
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in HV project management
• Experience with tools and methodologies used in large-scale project execution
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful improvements and innovations
• Networking and career development support