Intern Engineering Program Manager

What You Will Do

• Identify complex technical risks with engineering teams and collaborate cross functionally together to solve them
• Track progress, schedules, and action items across hardware development programs
• Create executive facing reports and updates using JIRA, Smartsheets, and Excel
• Bring hardware, quality, and manufacturing engineering teams together to solve complex problems through prototype builds
• Support compliance and quality activities related to hardware deliverables
• Cookordination with teams to delivery prototype builds of next generation products

What You Will Learn

• How program management drives complex hardware product development from concept through production
• The fundamentals of clean energy product development for solar (PV) and energy storage (ESS)
• Industry tools and practices for project tracking, risk management, and stakeholder communication
• How cross-functional teams (engineering, product, manufacturing, quality) collaborate in a real-world environment

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-moving environment
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, team-based environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or prior experience related to project management, systems engineering, or product development
• Exposure to JIRA or similar project tracking tools through coursework, prior internships, or personal projects
• Familiarity with engineering design or development processes
• Strong problem-solving instincts and comfort operating in ambiguity
• Prior internship, co-op, or project experience in an engineering or technical environment