Project Manager SkillBridge Internship Job at Idea Entity, Herndon, VA

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  • Idea Entity
  • Herndon, VA

Job Description

Position Title: Project Manager (SkillBridge)

Location: Herndon, VA

Duration: 3-4 months

Reports To: Senior Project Manager or Site Lead

Company Overview:

Idea Entity is a global change management consulting firm committed to delivering customer outcomes that change the way business is done. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment alongside experienced project managers and developers in an agile environment to help ensure that high-quality, tailored software solutions meet our client’s business goals.

Position Overview:

Our Project Manager SkillBridge training program will provide you with hands-on experience in project management within a software development context. As a Project Manager SkillBridge candidate, you will assist in managing software development projects, learning the tools and methodologies used to guide projects from inception to completion, and gaining exposure to various aspects of the project management lifecycle.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with Project Planning: Help define project scopes, objectives, and deliverables. Contribute to the creation of project plans, timelines, and task assignments in collaboration with the project management team.
  • Monitor Project Progress: Track project progress, milestones, and deadlines to ensure that projects are on schedule. Assist with identifying potential risks and bottlenecks.
  • Coordinate Team Collaboration: Support communication across internal teams, including developers, designers, and other stakeholders, to ensure alignment on project tasks and goals.
  • Document Project Updates: Maintain detailed records of project status, meetings, and action items. Update and organize project documentation for team accessibility.
  • Support Stakeholder Communication: Assist in preparing status reports and presentations for stakeholders. Help relay project updates to clients and internal stakeholders as needed.
  • Facilitate Meetings: Assist in the coordination of project meetings (e.g., daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives), ensuring meeting objectives are met and follow-up actions are clearly defined.
  • Risk Management: Identify and report potential risks and issues, assisting in their resolution to avoid project delays.
  • Assist with Project Tools: Learn to use project management tools, such as Azure DevOps to track tasks, timelines, and progress.
  • Contribute to Process Improvement: Assist in evaluating and suggesting improvements to internal processes, workflows, and communication to increase project efficiency.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Skills:
    • Strong organizational and time management skills.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic project management software, such as Azure DevOps or similar.
    • Basic understanding of software development processes and methodologies, such as Agile or Waterfall.
  • Interest/Experience:
    • A keen interest in project management, software development, or technology.
    • Experience or familiarity with agile methodologies is a plus, but not required.
  • Attributes:
    • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically.
    • Willingness to learn and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.
    • Attention to detail and proactive in identifying areas of improvement.

What We Offer:

  • Hands-on Experience: Work closely with experienced project managers and development teams, gaining insight into the project management process within a software development company.
  • Mentorship and Guidance: Regular feedback and mentorship from senior project managers to support your professional growth.
  • Collaborative Environment: Be part of a small, collaborative team, where you’ll have the opportunity to take on real responsibilities and contribute to meaningful projects.
  • Networking Opportunities: Build relationships with professionals in the software development and project management fields.
  • Certifications: Gain skills and knowledge to achieve certifications from Project Management Institute, CompTIA, Microsoft, etc.

Benefits

Idea Entity accepts applications from October to February.

At Idea Entity, our culture is centered around diversity and inclusion where our employees are valued and empowered. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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