Project Associate Internships
Project associate internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working project managers and coordinators, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover Banking & Financial Services, with Performance Contracting, Siemens, and Potelco among the employers posting roles now.
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This position has a target start date of Summer 2027.
As an Associate Intern, you will be assigned to work on a project team and assist the project controls and project management team members in the execution of their project work. This includes, but is not limited to the following:
- Project scheduling, cost tracking, progress monitoring, and project / portfolio reporting for power-related engineering projects
- Utilize and expand your academic background in project controls and project management tools and methodologies
- Eager to learn new skills and develop knowledge to add make a valuable impact to project team operation
- Willing to engage with others to understand project team needs
Essential skills and experience:
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Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree with a strong academic background, preferably with an emphasis in Construction Management, Industrial Engineering, or General Engineering, or equivalent degree
- Enrollment in an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program preferred
- Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
- Self-Starter, proactive, able to work independently with minimal direction.
- Ability to quickly identify and prioritize issues, create solutions, and meet deadlines.
- Working knowledge in MS Office tools, with emphasis on MS Excel in creating and maintaining detailed, interactive spreadsheets, workbooks, and databases.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, and vendors of varying position levels.
- Prior related internship, co-op, or work experience, which includes project controls, project planning, project scheduling, and earned value performance
- Familiarity with scheduling software, preferably Primavera P6
- Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or the community
We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness
- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
This position has a target start date of Summer 2027.
As an Associate Intern, you will be assigned to work on a project team and assist the project controls and project management team members in the execution of their project work. This includes, but is not limited to the following:
- Project scheduling, cost tracking, progress monitoring, and project / portfolio reporting for power-related engineering projects
- Utilize and expand your academic background in project controls and project management tools and methodologies
- Eager to learn new skills and develop knowledge to add make a valuable impact to project team operation
- Willing to engage with others to understand project team needs
Essential skills and experience:
-
Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree with a strong academic background, preferably with an emphasis in Construction Management, Industrial Engineering, or General Engineering, or equivalent degree
- Enrollment in an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program preferred
- Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
- Self-Starter, proactive, able to work independently with minimal direction.
- Ability to quickly identify and prioritize issues, create solutions, and meet deadlines.
- Working knowledge in MS Office tools, with emphasis on MS Excel in creating and maintaining detailed, interactive spreadsheets, workbooks, and databases.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, and vendors of varying position levels.
- Prior related internship, co-op, or work experience, which includes project controls, project planning, project scheduling, and earned value performance
- Familiarity with scheduling software, preferably Primavera P6
- Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or the community
We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness
- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
Project Associate Internship Market
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Tips for Your Project Associate Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers recruit summer project associate interns the preceding fall, with some deadlines in September or October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear throughout the year. Check listings regularly and treat fall as the primary application season.
Build proof before you need it
Hiring teams expect limited work history from interns, so your portfolio does the work your resume can't. Document two or three complete projects with the tools used and a link to deliverables, for project associate candidates, that means case studies, process maps, project timelines, or analysis outputs a recruiter can open and review.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and catches openings that never make it to campus recruiting events.
Practice the actual intern screen out loud
Project associate intern interviews often include a case conversation, process-design exercise, or stakeholder-scenario question depending on the industry. Practice walking through your reasoning out loud before the interview, not just in your head, interviewers weigh how you structure a problem as much as the answer you reach.
Target structured internship programs early
Larger employers run cohort-based project associate programs designed to train people new to the field, and they recruit months ahead of the start date. Identify the structured programs that match your background, put their deadlines in your calendar, and apply in the first wave before headcount fills.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 91% of the project associate internships listed here. Decide what you can actually commit to before you start sorting through openings, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles you can take. It saves time and keeps your applications focused.
Project Associate Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a project associate internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio of two or three documented projects that give recruiters something concrete to assess. Apply directly to companies alongside attending campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a project associate internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it most is performance on real work, available headcount on the team, and whether you've made your interest clear before the return-offer window closes. Position for it by delivering consistently, but keep applying to other roles so you aren't counting on one outcome.
When should I apply for project associate internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often with application deadlines in October or November. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss the structured cohort programs that fill in the first wave.
Are project associate internships paid?
Most professional project associate internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid internships exist but are less common at established organizations, and academic credit arrangements vary by school.
What should a project associate internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show the tools you used and what you delivered, for project associate candidates, that means linked case studies, process documentation, project timelines, or analysis outputs that a recruiter can actually review. Add relevant coursework, keep everything to one page, and leave off anything that doesn't connect to project work.
Are there remote project associate internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 9% of the project associate internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts tend to fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close. Some programs that started as remote have shifted back to on-site, so confirm the arrangement before you apply.
Can international students get project associate 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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