Engineering Project Coordinator Intern

About the Role

Viking Enterprise Solutions (VES), a division of Sanmina Corporation, provides storage and storage server platforms to hyperscale and enterprise data centers, along with advanced software solutions supporting ML/AI applications. The Engineering Project Coordinator Intern will gain hands-on experience in program management, supporting operations and customer interface execution. Working closely with senior program managers, this intern will assist in the success of VES development programs for enterprise-class products while building real-world management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in tracking dependencies, updating project schedules, and learning to identify project risks and mitigation strategies under mentor guidance.
• Help gather, document, and communicate status updates regarding Engineering deliverables and overall program progress to stakeholders.
• Assist in tracking team progress toward Phase Gate criteria within the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) process.
• Track committed versus actual completion dates for program milestones and maintain centralized project tracking documentation.
• Shadow team leaders during customer interactions and cross-functional coordination between manufacturing and development teams.
• Support the execution and delivery of smaller program components under direct supervision.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree (must be in 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Basic understanding of project management principles; previous internship or project leadership experience in academic settings is a plus.
• Proficient with MS Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High curiosity, positive attitude, and a strong desire to learn and grow as a project management professional.

Pay

$26 - $30 per hour (depending on college year)