Project Coordinator Internships
Project coordinator internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working project managers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in Airlines, Manufacturing, and Chemicals & Materials, with Delta Air Lines, Tesla, and Namify among the employers posting roles now.
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ABOUT US:
Namify is in the business of belonging. For over 20 years, companies of all sizes have partnered with us to elevate their recognition programs, corporate gifting strategies, branding initiatives, and employee engagement. Through automation and more sustainable practices, we are revolutionizing an industry that has traditionally been wasteful and awkward. We are looking for energetic “inclusion superheroes” to join the cause. If you are a detail-oriented person and like the idea of creating more happiness in the workplace, we want to talk to you … like yesterday. We’re growing fast because the world recognizes how desperately services like ours are needed.
ABOUT THIS JOB:
The Project Coordinator Intern will support internal projects by helping keep tasks organized, up to date, and moving forward. Working closely with the IT Project Manager and project teams, you will maintain project documentation, update project tracking systems, coordinate communication between stakeholders, and help ensure tasks are completed on schedule. This temporary internship runs through the end of October and provides hands-on experience with project coordination, project management tools, and cross-functional collaboration. We're looking for someone who is dependable, eager to learn, and able to stay organized while following established processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintaining and updating project statuses in Asana to accurately reflect current progress.
- Collecting regular project updates from developers and stakeholders and documenting them within project tracking systems.
- Assisting with the preparation and distribution of weekly project status reports.
- Coordinating project meetings, including scheduling, preparing agendas, taking meeting notes, and documenting action items.
- Translating approved project scope into organized development tasks within Azure DevOps under the guidance of project leadership.
- Tracking open action items, deadlines, and follow-up tasks to help keep projects on schedule.
- Identifying potential blockers, risks, or delays and communicating them to the IT Project Coordinator.
- Maintaining project documentation, change logs, and project records to ensure visibility and organization.
- Supporting sprint planning and execution by helping ensure tasks remain current and accurately tracked.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to support successful project execution.
- Any other tasks as assigned
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:
- $18/hour
- Monthly company lunch
- Experience days
Must have proper documentation for employment in the United States
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
High School diploma or equivalent preferred
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Business, Computer Science, Project Management, or a related field.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to prioritize work and follow established processes.
- Comfortable learning new software and technologies.
- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Self-motivated with a willingness to ask questions and learn.
- Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods throughout the workday.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION FOR:
- Familiarity with Asana, Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms
- Exposure to Agile or Scrum methodologies
THIS POSITION REPORTS TO:
- IT Project Manager
SCHEDULE:
- Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm (Full-time)
- Remote work not available
WORK SPACE INFO:
This job operates in a warehouse environment which requires standing, moving, lifting, and operating machinery and computers. Personal Protection Equipment may be required. Safety training is mandatory and employees must be able to pass basic safety requirements.
TRAINING:
Training for this position will be completed by the department manager. Training will consist of education on key processes, preparation and staging requirements by customer, location of tools, supplies and materials. You will be trained on how to use the order interface, how to properly read orders and where to look for notes. Additional training will be completed as processes evolve or as required.
SAFETY:
Namify enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe working environment. Each incumbent is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling self-aid/buddy-aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks as requested, and serving on safety committees and teams as requested. In addition, the incumbent must accept that they have responsibility for maintaining the safety of themselves and others by adhering to all written and verbal instructions, promptly reporting and/or correcting all hazards or unsafe conditions, questioning nonstandard operations or environmental factors that may involve unmitigated hazards, and providing feedback to site leads and management on all safety issues.
Project Coordinator Internship Market
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Top Industries Hiring
- Airlines
- Manufacturing
- Chemicals & Materials
Tips for Your Project Coordinator Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think you need to
Large employers open summer internship applications the preceding fall, often in September and October, and close them before many students start looking. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so new openings appear year-round. Check listings consistently rather than waiting for a single season.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Project coordinator intern screens look for evidence you can plan, track, and close work, not a long job history. Document two or three real projects with the tools you used, the timeline you managed, and a link to the deliverable. A project plan, a process map, or a written case study gives recruiters something concrete to evaluate.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus fairs surface structured internship cohorts tied to your university, and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller programs alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and catches openings that never make it to a fair.
Practice your interview format before the first screen
Project coordinator intern interviews typically include behavioral questions on organization and prioritization, a scenario where you walk through how you'd scope or track a project, and sometimes a case exercise. Practice out loud, explaining your reasoning step by step, because interviewers assess how you structure a problem as much as the final answer you reach.
Target structured internship programs built for new entrants
Many larger organizations run cohort-based or rotational programs designed to bring people new to project coordination into the field. These programs provide structured training, assigned mentors, and clearer paths to return offers. They recruit early and fill fast, so identify the programs that match your target industry and submit in the first application wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 67% of the project coordinator internships listed here. Decide what you can actually commit to before you start applying so you're not sorting through roles in cities you can't reach or formats that don't work for your schedule. Filter by location and work type first, then search within that set.
Project Coordinator Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a project coordinator internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A documented project log or case study showing how you planned, tracked, and closed a project gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a project coordinator 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 coordinator interns is consistent delivery on real work, team headcount at offer time, and how early you signal interest in returning. Perform well on actual projects, ask for feedback regularly, and treat the internship as an extended interview rather than counting on an offer.
When should I apply for project coordinator internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, so those application windows open in September and October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, which means openings appear year-round. Checking listings consistently, rather than waiting for a single seasonal push, keeps you from missing the cohorts that move fast.
Are project coordinator internships paid?
Most professional project coordinator internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show the pay range where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid internships exist but are far less common at established organizations, particularly in corporate, government, and technology environments.
What should a project coordinator internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects with the tools you used and links to where the work lives, a project plan you built, a process you designed, a case study you wrote, or a portfolio showing deliverables. Add relevant coursework in project management, operations, or your target industry. Keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote project coordinator internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 33% of the project coordinator internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early once you decide you can commit to that format, and use the work-type filter to surface them without sorting through roles that don't fit your situation.
Can international students get project coordinator 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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