Project Assistant

Cummins • Shoreview, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: Develop foundational project management capabilities by supporting clearly defined project tasks under the guidance of a general or functional manager. Provide administrative and logistical support that enables effective project team coordination and execution. Serve as a support resource across projects, building basic business knowledge and understanding effective project management practices. Assist in identifying, tracking, and collaborating to resolve project issues while strengthening the ability to manage these activities independently. Help monitor and communicate project statuses to the team, contributing to timely updates and improved project visibility. Support budget tracking, research activities, data analysis, and the development of project plans, timelines, and related documentation. Contribute to risk management efforts by learning to use quality tools to identify potential issues and support mitigation planning. Maintain accurate project notes, databases, and records while regularly communicating assignment and project status to the project manager.

Responsibilities

• Develop foundational project management capabilities by supporting clearly defined project tasks under the guidance of a general or functional manager.
• Provide administrative and logistical support that enables effective project team coordination and execution.
• Serve as a support resource across projects, building basic business knowledge and understanding effective project management practices.
• Assist in identifying, tracking, and collaborating to resolve project issues while strengthening the ability to manage these activities independently.
• Help monitor and communicate project statuses to the team, contributing to timely updates and improved project visibility.
• Support budget tracking, research activities, data analysis, and the development of project plans, timelines, and related documentation.
• Contribute to risk management efforts by learning to use quality tools to identify potential issues and support mitigation planning.
• Maintain accurate project notes, databases, and records while regularly communicating assignment and project status to the project manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed