Project Analyst Internships

Project analyst internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working project analysts, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in Technology & Software, Construction & Real Estate, and Banking & Financial Services, with TikTok, ByteDance, and CoBank among the employers posting roles now.

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Overview

Open roles21
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerTikTok
Top citySan Jose, CA
Work type81% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Keville Enterprises, Inc.
Co-op Project Controls Analyst
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Keville Enterprises, Inc.
Added 6d ago
Co-op Project Controls Analyst
Keville Enterprises, Inc.
Boston, Massachusetts
Project & Program Management
Construction Management
Business Analysis
Project Management
$28.00 - $28.00/hr
On-Site
Associate's

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Keville Enterprises Inc.
Co-op Project Controls Analyst
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Keville Enterprises Inc.
Added 6d ago
Co-op Project Controls Analyst
Keville Enterprises Inc.
Boston, Massachusetts
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
Hybrid

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Covestro
Digital Analyst & Project Management Intern
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Covestro
Added 1w ago
Digital Analyst & Project Management Intern
Covestro
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
10,000+

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AtkinsRéalis
Project Services Analyst Intern - Summer 2027
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AtkinsRéalis
Added 1w ago
Project Services Analyst Intern - Summer 2027
AtkinsRéalis
New York, New York
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
$25 - $31/hr
10,000+

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CoBank
Credit Analyst, Project Finance Intern
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CoBank
Added 1w ago
Credit Analyst, Project Finance Intern
CoBank
Greenwood Village, Colorado
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$22 - $26/hr
Hybrid
1,001-5,000

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Project Analyst Internship Market

Who's Hiring

TikTok
TikTok7 open roles
ByteDance
ByteDance4 open roles
CoBank
CoBank1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Investment & Asset Management

Tips for Your Project Analyst Internship Search

Apply earlier than the posting date suggests

Large employers open summer project analyst internship applications the preceding fall, often months before the role officially closes. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates. Check listings consistently across the full year and submit as soon as a role opens rather than waiting for a cohort deadline.

Build a project portfolio before you apply

Hiring teams for project analyst internships have limited work history to assess, so give them something concrete. Document two or three projects end to end, include the problem, your approach, tools like Excel, SQL, or project management software, and the outcome. A linked case study or structured write-up does more than a polished resume with no supporting work.

Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time

Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles appear publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller project analyst cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and doesn't depend on a single channel.

Practice the project analyst intern screen out loud

Most project analyst intern interviews involve a case or analytical exercise where interviewers weigh how you structure a problem and communicate your reasoning, not just your final answer. Practice walking through a sample project scenario out loud, explain your assumptions, your approach, and what you would do if a constraint changed. Doing this with a partner or on a recording makes a real difference.

Target structured internship programs built for new entrants

Many larger employers run cohort or rotational internship programs specifically designed to train people new to project analysis. These programs offer structured mentorship and defined project assignments, and they recruit early in the fall cycle. Identify the programs that match your background, confirm their application windows, and submit in the first wave before cohort seats fill.

Set your work-type filter before you start

On-site roles are 81% of the project analyst internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through listings, location, commute, and relocation all affect whether an internship is actually viable for you. Filtering by work type at the start saves time and keeps your focus on roles you can actually accept.

Project Analyst Internships: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a project analyst internship?

Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level and want something concrete to assess. Build a portfolio of documented project case studies showing your process, tools used, and outcomes. Bring that portfolio to campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster with students they meet in person than with online applications alone.

Can a project analyst internship turn into a full-time job?

Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for project analyst interns is performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and how early in the internship you signal interest. Treat the offer as possible, position for it through consistent output and proactive communication, and keep your full-time search running in parallel.

When should I apply for project analyst internships?

Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers open their summer internship applications the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a role opens gives you the best shot at competitive programs.

Are project analyst internships paid?

Most professional project analyst internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Unpaid positions exist primarily at nonprofits or through academic credit arrangements, so read each listing carefully to understand what the employer is offering.

What should a project analyst internship resume include?

Lead with projects, not work history. Highlight two or three complete, documented projects, name the tools you used and link to the deliverables where possible, whether that is a published analysis, a case study write-up, or a project management artifact like a scope document or risk log. Add relevant coursework underneath, keep everything to one page, and put the most substantive project first.

Are there remote project analyst internships?

Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 19% of the project analyst internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts tend to fill fast because they draw applicants from a wider geographic pool, so apply early once you find a role that fits. Filter by work type at the start of your search to see only the format you can commit to.

Can international students get project analyst internships?

Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.

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