Project Management Intern
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Job Description
About Amtrak:
Amtrak is a national passenger railroad service connecting businesses and communities across the United States. Employing over 20,000 diverse professionals, Amtrak prioritizes the safety of its passengers, employees, the public, and its operating environment. Its success is attributed to its employees, guided by core values of “Do the Right Thing, Excel Together, and Put Customers First,” and core capabilities encompassing building trust, accountability, effective communication, customer focus, and proactive safety and security. Amtrak aims to be a company of the future by embracing diverse ideas and perspectives.
Job Description: Project Management Intern (Signal Portfolio Group)
This internship offers a chance to gain foundational project management skills within Amtrak’s real-world rail industry environment. Interns will work under the supervision of a project/program manager and collaborate with various stakeholders, including department leaders, project/program managers, business analysts, and functional leads.
Essential Functions:
• Collect, consolidate, and cleanse project performance data from multiple sources.
• Support project teams with status reporting, documentation, controls, and processes to ensure compliance.
• Create and maintain documentation, including organization charts, distribution lists, project logs, schedules, requirements documents, budgets, and status reports.
• Assist in developing and reviewing project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate project logistics (calendars, events, meetings, materials, equipment).
• Reproduce and distribute project documents and reports.
• Perform project budget tracking and reporting, and project schedule monitoring.
• Develop and maintain project management artifacts according to Amtrak standards and regulations.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Actively pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree at an accredited institution in Business, Data Science, Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Transportation), or Construction Management/Project Management.
• At least one year of completed undergraduate studies (sophomore level or above).
• Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, MS Project).
• Junior status or above.
Compensation and Benefits:
• hourly range: $17.50 – $35.00 per hour (based on factors including school year and program of study).
• Amtrak rail pass privileges.
• One (1) PTO day per academic year.
Internship Dates: May 19th – August 8th, 2025
Location: New York
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Additional Information:
Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer. A pre-employment background check, including a criminal history check and drug screen, is required. Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified. Amtrak complies with DOT regulations regarding drug and alcohol testing and security checks.
