DoD SkillBridge Internship - Associate Project Manager (526962)

Vets2PM•Minnesota Lake, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The DoD SkillBridge Associate Project Manager internship with Siemens Industry, Inc. is for active-duty U.S. military members who qualify for the DoD SkillBridge Program and receive military approval to participate through Vets2PM LLC. Based in Shoreview, Minnesota, the internship provides hands-on experience supporting technical project management teams. Participants may support Building Automation, Fire/Life Safety, or Integrated Security projects in commercial buildings, coordinating multiple projects of varying complexity and helping manage project finances, billing, job-cost reporting, and customer satisfaction. The position is an opportunity to potentially join Siemens after successful completion of the internship; employment afterward is not guaranteed. During the internship, participants remain paid by the U.S. Military under their current wage and benefits and are not paid directly by Siemens.

Requirements

Must be an active-duty U.S. military member and qualify for the DoD SkillBridge Program; participation requires military approval.
High school diploma or state-recognized GED.
Demonstrated electro-mechanical aptitude.
Technical experience supporting mechanical, electrical, thermodynamic, hydraulic, mechatronic, construction (MEP), or other related systems.
Project management experience involving project scope, scheduling, documentation, resource allocation, and fiscal responsibility.
Experience using Microsoft Office applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to interface with customers and collaborate with team members.
Ability to work on-site and travel within the assigned local area as needed.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
At least 18 years of age and possession of a valid driver’s license with limited violations.

Nice To Haves

U.S. military experience at E5 rank or above in the Navy, Air Force, Army, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force, National Guard, or Reserves.
Associate or bachelor’s degree.
For automation assignments, experience in demand-side energy services or Certified Energy Manager credential.
Familiarity or experience with engineering HVAC, Building Automation, Fire Alarm, or Security systems.
Relevant military experience or aptitude, including civil engineering (HVAC and electrician), gas turbine electricians, mechanical/electrical/electronic systems, automation/integration technicians, nuclear engineering/power/plant operations, satellite/radar systems, communications technology, fire control navaids, submarine electronics/computer technology, or avionics systems.

Responsibilities

Review project contracts, specifications, and drawings to establish project intent.
Develop and maintain project schedules, coordinate team needs, and identify time-sensitive installations.
Manage supply requisitions and oversee materials procurement.
Review plans, participate in cost reviews, and assist with subcontractor contracting.
Conduct technician orientations, provide project documentation, and track resources.
Document events that affect schedule, scope, or efficiency.
Pursue change-order opportunities and coordinate billing.
Schedule commissioning resources and provide documentation.
Expedite mark-ups for as-built development.
Complete project-specific close-out documentation.
Support delivery and fiscal management of multiple Building Automation, Fire/Life Safety, or Integrated Security projects, including project billing, job-cost reporting, and customer satisfaction.