Intern, Project Management

Energy Recovery Inc. seeking a qualified candidate for an immediate full-time job opening for the position of Project Manager Intern. This position will be part of the Project Management Office (PMO) and will report to the Sr. Program Manager.  

The Project Manager Intern assists in coordination of cross-functional activities, ensuring completion of the project while adhering to budget, scope and schedule requirements, also serving as an in-house project consultant for evaluating project and resource needs. The Project Manager Intern may build tools and help define processes for internal project use to support project needs, as well as to support external project collaborations.  

• Build an online form that provides high level detail on impact and spend needed to release small scale project funds (<$100K).  Define parameters, Document and control results, Evaluate Impact etc. 
• Build an authorization workflow to document comments, funding requests and approvals from necessary parties utilizing Smartsheets. 
• Create a process document that defines the details on the processes, deliverables and expectations associated with the Risk Release Process 
• Meet with stakeholders to ensure all necessary parties are included in risk review process development.   
• Develop training and other documentation materials 
• Interact, integrate, and drive results across cross functional teams in finance, accounting, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, production, sales, service, etc.  
• Provide regular program updates to leadership and other key stakeholders 
• Proactively identify and manage risks and issues 
• Ensure that projects operate within the confines of the company’s goals, vision, and core values 
• Learn and manage all project management tools, using all requisite documents in conjunction with industry best practices 
• Lead/execute improvement projects for program management tools and processes 
• All other duties as assigned

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in business,accounting, operations, manufacturing, supply chain or IT 
• Minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0 out of 4.0 
• Previous, relevant experience in project management demonstrating increasing responsibilities 
• The ability to effectively partner with cross-functional stakeholders and drive alignment 
• Team player with experience working in a fast-paced, high intensity environment 
• Demonstrated ability to develop and introduce new processes 
• Open minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise and problem solve 
• A data-driven mindset with a strong attention to detail 
• Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify and focus 
• Experience with Smartsheets or other project management tools