Co-Op, Program Management
About The Position
Join Saab, Inc.’s Program Management Excellence team as a Program Management Co-Op in the Quincy, Massachusetts office for summer 2027. The role offers opportunities to learn about the project management cycle and contribute to program planning, process documentation, data analytics, and program reviews. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited degree program at the BS/MS level or beyond and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. Familiarity with program management concepts, risk and opportunity management, Earned Value Management, MS Project, and Excel is relevant to the role. Candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen. The compensation range is $21.89–$24.32 per hour. Saab offers a sign-on bonus to offset housing expenses for Co-Ops who live outside the typical office commuting distance. Compensation decisions may consider role responsibilities, location, market and business considerations, and the candidate’s experience, skills, education, and training.
Requirements
- Enrollment in an accredited degree program at the BS/MS level or beyond.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Selected applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
- Ability to work in a dynamic team environment.
- Ability to learn quickly through instruction, self-study, and practical application.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Self-motivated, inquisitive, organized, flexible, and thorough.
- Clear and concise written and oral communication.
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with key program management concepts and fundamentals.
- Conceptual understanding of risk and opportunity management.
- Understanding of or experience working with Earned Value Management.
- Familiarity with MS Project and Excel.
- Enjoyment of thinking outside the box to find creative solutions.
Responsibilities
- Learn the project management cycle, including execution and review of master project cycles and program plans.
- Assist with developing and executing plans to meet technical requirements, schedules, and contract commitments.
- Assist with process documentation and updates.
- Assist with data analytics and business intelligence dashboard updates.
- Interact with colleagues across Saab, Inc. to develop project management approaches.
- Support program reviews and internal process gate reviews.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus to offset housing expenses for Co-Ops residing outside the typical office commuting distance.
- Unlimited opportunities for career advancement.
- Support for a balanced, rewarding life beyond work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
