Program Management Intern

Hussmann International, Inc • De Soto, KS

113d

About The Position

Panasonic Energy is seeking ambitious interns to join the world's largest lithium-ion battery initiative. With superior battery designs and the fastest manufacturing lines in the world, Panasonic Energy invites you to join us in this ongoing full-scale effort to electrify our society. Join us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we're building the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles. As part of our team, you'll help push the limits of battery technology, enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation. Our state-of-the-art facility, just outside the Kansas City Metro, will be a hub for innovation in green energy solutions. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to the electric vehicle revolution, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. The Program Management Intern at Panasonic Energy will gain hands-on experience supporting projects and programs within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role provides exposure to project planning, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration while building critical business and technical skills. Interns will learn to support project life cycle activities including schedule updates, budget tracking, and stakeholder communication. This highly regarded internship program will provide valuable industry knowledge and enhance future career opportunities.

Requirements

• Completion of at least 2 years of full-time enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program for Engineering, Business Management, Operations Management, Economics, Finance, Management Science and Engineering, Supply Chain, or similar field
• GPA of 3.2 or higher
• Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited four-year college or university
• Basic knowledge of project management processes and tools
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
• Alignment to Panasonic's seven core principles

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience through project teams, internships, or previous work experience
• Familiarity with project risk assessment and mitigation strategies
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• A demonstrated interest in energy storage, renewable energy, or electric vehicles

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing projects and programs throughout their life cycle
• Support development of stakeholder requirements and project documentation
• Participate in daily standup meetings and provide project updates
• Assist with project scheduling, tracking milestones, and ensuring deliverables are met
• Analyze project documents, budgets, and data to identify risks and constraints
• Support implementation of risk mitigation strategies
• Prepare and present data-driven reports for project teams and leadership
• Partner with contractors, internal teams, and cross-functional departments to drive project completion
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure alignment on tasks and goals
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) for data analysis and reporting
• Manage multiple concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment while ensuring accuracy and quality

Benefits

• Full-time paid summer internship
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Exposure to project planning, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration
• Valuable industry knowledge and enhanced future career opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree