Undergraduate Business Intern - Project Lifecycle

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory • Richland, WA

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About The Position

At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided among major departments that we refer to as Directorates within the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research or other function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget.
Our directorates related to Mission Support & Operations include Office of General Counsel, Business Services, Communications and External Engagement, Operational Systems, Communications and Information Technology, and Performance Management.
The Business Services Directorate (BSD) provides crucial financial, procurement and sales, and project management services to PNNL, as required under our management and operations contract for operating the Lab on behalf of the Department of Energy. Our goal in offering these services is to ensure efficient, effective, and compliant business operations that enhance PNNL's scientific impact.
BSD presents exciting opportunities for financial professionals seeking career growth. We foster a dynamic environment where individuals can develop their skills, take on leadership roles, and contribute to high-impact projects. By working with multidisciplinary teams, professionals have the chance to broaden their expertise, engage in continuous learning, and advance their careers while contributing to the groundbreaking scientific work at PNNL.
PNNL is looking for motivated individuals interested in supporting the implementation of project controls solutions tailored to a diverse set of projects. The staff member primarily supports project teams and project managers in maintaining project controls systems (e.g., planning, scheduling, control, reporting, and performance measurement requirements) through performing the following activities:
The interns in this position will receive guidance, direction, assigned work and mentoring from more senior staff. They will develop and learn to apply knowledge of project controls and associated tools and techniques. The interns will learn to use effective communication, problem-solving, negotiating, and teamwork skills to identify high-risk issues that could impact a project's success; bring them to management’s attention. They will learn how to interact with internal and external sponsors to translate their needs into value-added project controls solutions, products and services.

Requirements

• Candidates must have a high school diploma /GED or higher
• Candidates must be degree-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at an accredited college or university
• Candidates must be taking at least 6 credit hours and have an overall cumulative GPA of 2.50

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Degree Programs: Management Information Systems (MIS), Operations Management, Project Management, Finance, Construction Management, Engineering Management, Accounting.
• Coursework in management information systems and databases (e.g. SQL, Access, and Visual Basic).
• Some familiarity of project management concepts, terminology, and methodologies; knowledge of general business administration.
• Demonstrated organizational, problem-solving, interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills.
• Exposure to project controls applications and tools including Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software products such as Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with data management and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project controls plans, statements of work, and other project planning documents.
• Construct time-phased budgets, work schedules, work breakdown structures, and control account plans.
• Create project workflows (e.g., Gantt charts, PERT, and CPM network diagrams).
• Familiarize, learn, and apply knowledge of applicable PNNL policies, procedures, and customer expectations.
• Work simultaneously on different projects or with multiple sponsors.

Benefits

• Employees are offered an employee assistance program and business travel insurance.
• Employees are eligible for the company funded pension plan and 401k savings plan, once eligibility requirements are met.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees