Assistant Project Manager Intern - Manufacturing

Interstates • Topeka, KS

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About The Position

Interstates is seeking an Assistant Project Manager Intern for summer 2026. The intern provides direct support to a Project Manager or department under the Project Manager’s direction and works under direct supervision. The position assists with project-management phases described in the essential duties, supporting project teams on industrial projects.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or associate’s degree in electrical engineering/technology or construction management.
• Strong team-building, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to track and organize projects and prioritize work.
• Comfort speaking in front of clients, peers, and managers.
• Openness to continuously adjusting project systems to plan and deliver projects successfully.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager and jobsite leadership with managerial and leadership functions on the project.
• Run project control systems for the benefit of the project team.
• Create and update critical path method (CPM) schedules and communicate schedule information.
• Support Last Planner and whiteboard crew scheduling.
• Prepare and manage RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and other site communications.
• Assess project-controls information as a project analyst and assist jobsite leadership with problem solving and alternative methods to achieve project success.
• Provide estimating take-offs and other support for analysis and change orders.
• Attend onsite client meetings and collaborate with trade contractors.
• Prepare information for and participate in monthly project reviews.
• Assist with procurement and expediting of materials and subcontracts.
• Promote Interstates’ safety culture in daily work.

Benefits

• Interns are hired with the intent of being brought on full-time upon graduation.
• Participation in an onboarding week to meet and build relationships with project management interns.
• Opportunity to work on large industrial projects.
• Hands-on development and career coaching.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree