Intern - Program Management (Year-Round)

Plexus • Appleton, WI

115d • $19 - $21

About The Position

Plexus has an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager Intern to join our talented team! The Program Manager Intern supports the tactical interface between the customer and various Plexus functional areas. This position is responsible for supporting projects and helping to manage the day-to-day customer relationship. In essence, be the 'voice of Plexus' to the customer and the 'voice of the customer' to Plexus! For the right candidate, this role is expected to be a year-round position starting in Summer 2026, and supporting the work part-time, on-site during the following school year.

Requirements

• Student working toward a Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications or related field for the entire duration of internship.

Nice To Haves

• Junior level status
• GPA: 3.0 or higher is preferred
• Intermediate to advanced experience in Excel

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting the tactical, business customer relationship
• Support projects to deliver appropriate levels of customer service and satisfaction
• Work with team members to present issues and alternatives to the customer
• Support the projects in continuous improvement / Lean activities and programs
• Ensure the team is properly interpreting and executing contractual requirements
• Work with program management team to provide acceptable commitments based upon customer demand and Plexus capabilities
• Work with program management team to ensure demand is properly loaded into Master Production Schedule (MPS) and driven through to the materials Requirements Planning (MRP system)
• Monitor and report on the customer's open orders
• Obtain, analyze and report customer's rolling, periodic forecast
• Coordinate, negotiate and communicate commitment dates on customer orders
• Works well under pressure and high stress situations

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings
• Opportunities for professional development
• Work-life balance perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree