[Hiring] Project Management Intern @Stride, Inc.

Role Description

The PM Intern will support the Project Management Office (PMO) in the successful execution of various projects and initiatives across the organization. This role offers a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience in project management methodologies, tools, and techniques while contributing to real-world projects. The intern will work closely with Project Managers and other PMO team members, assisting with tasks such as project planning, documentation, communication, and tracking. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and detail-oriented student to learn about project management within a dynamic environment.

Essential Functions

• Assist Project Managers in the development and maintenance of project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Support the creation and management of project documentation, including meeting minutes, action items, status reports, and risk logs.
• Facilitate and participate in project meetings, capturing key decisions and follow-up actions.
• Track project progress and identify potential roadblocks or deviations from the plan.
• Assist in the collection and analysis of project data to support reporting and decision-making.
• Support the use of project management tools and technologies.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of PMO processes and templates.
• Communicate effectively with project team members and stakeholders under the guidance of the Project Manager.
• Perform administrative tasks as needed to support the PMO team.
• Undertake research and analysis on project management best practices and industry trends as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no current formal supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree or starting a Master’s/MBA program with a major or concentration relevant to the position, such as Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or Information Systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Web proficiency.
• Ability to clear the required background check.

Desired Qualifications

• Completion of relevant introductory coursework (e.g., Project Management, Business, etc.) coupled with a demonstrated ability to analyze information and propose solutions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage tasks and prioritize effectively, alongside a proactive and self-motivated attitude.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and contribute positively to a team environment.
• Basic understanding of or a strong eagerness to learn project management concepts and methodologies, coupled with adaptability to new situations.
• Demonstrated professionalism in interactions and a high level of integrity.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is virtual and open to residents of the 50 states, D.C.

Compensation & Benefits

Stride, Inc. considers a person’s education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee’s salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position’s level and expected contribution, and the employee’s benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range. We anticipate this position will pay between $14.42 - $28.85 per hour. The upper end of this range is not likely to be offered, as an individual’s compensation can vary based on several factors.

Job Type

Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.