Project Planning Engineering Intern (Summer 2025)

Alstom

20d ago

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Engineering
Pittsburgh

AI generated summary

You should learn project scheduling, support planners, manage KPIs, analyze documentation, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure timely updates in accordance with company procedures.
You will assist in scheduling, document management, KPI reporting, risk analysis, and participate in meetings, ensuring timely updates and quality control of project schedules.

Requirements

Req ID:480146
Learn methods of scheduling, planning and document management for project execution.
Support Project Planners in schedule development and update schedules for projects.
Manage KPI’s databases and metrics reporting.
Participate in project and functional group meetings.
Collect, analyze, and present the time related project information.
Manage project scheduling documentation and Document Controls documentation and KPI’s.
Learn and support execution on time management and project management practices and culture in the project team.
Apply the company's time management and document control processes.
Learn the return of experience (REX) from previous projects.
Analyze tender documentation to understand schedule management requirements, including schedule structure, reporting constraints, and contractual requirements.
Support Lead Tender Planner in development of a timeline for tender preparation and ensure its adherence until the tender submission.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to integrate inputs and define project schedule interfaces.
Contribute to formulating the project execution strategy.
Develop the tender schedule based on contract requirements, subsystem commitments, gap analysis, and the tender execution strategy.
Identify the project schedule's critical path and risks, suggesting optimization and mitigation actions.
Highlight differences between the initial assumptions and the final tender schedule.
Write the tender schedule narrative.
Ensure on-time delivery of schedule-related deliverables.
Present scheduling information during tender gate reviews.
On-time delivery of tender deliverables.
On time delivery of schedule analysis for decisions by the Tender Team: critical paths for main milestones, planning risks and mitigation actions.
Develop the tender schedule in line with defined quality metrics.
Develop quality schedules in line with the company's procedures, contractual requirements, and stakeholder inputs.
Participate in or ensure the validation of the baseline schedule.
Contribute to the development of the Project Time Management Plan.
Organize and lead regular project schedule review sessions.
Ensure the alignment of commitments from both internal and external stakeholders and manage schedule interfaces.
Update both internal and external schedules punctually and in accordance with the standards set out in the Time Management Plan.
Identify critical paths and potential delays.
Collaborate with the project team to identify and monitor risks and opportunities related to the on-time delivery of the project.
Prepare schedule and progress reports, including time-related KPIs, and analyze gaps between the actual progress and the baseline.
Contribute to Earned Value Management by providing physical progress in collaboration with Finance Controllers.
Offer support to teams on any schedule-related issues.
Within document control function align documents with project execution.
Timely updates of schedule and time related KPIs.
Timely updates of schedule related documents.
Maintain the schedule in line with defined quality metrics.

Responsibilities

Learn methods of scheduling, planning and document management for project execution.
Support Project Planners in schedule development and update schedules for projects
Manage KPI’s databases and metrics reporting
Participate in project and functional group meetings
Collect, analyze, and present the time related project information
Manage project scheduling documentation and Document Controls documentation and KPI’s.
Learn and support execution on time management and project management practices and culture in the project team
Apply the company's time management and document control processes
Learn the return of experience (REX) from previous projects
Analyze tender documentation to understand schedule management requirements, including schedule structure, reporting constraints, and contractual requirements.
Support Lead Tender Planner in development of a timeline for tender preparation and ensure its adherence until the tender submission.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to integrate inputs and define project schedule interfaces.
Contribute to formulating the project execution strategy.
Develop the tender schedule based on contract requirements, subsystem commitments, gap analysis, and the tender execution strategy.
Identify the project schedule's critical path and risks, suggesting optimization and mitigation actions.
Highlight differences between the initial assumptions and the final tender schedule.
Write the tender schedule narrative.
Ensure on-time delivery of schedule-related deliverables.
Present scheduling information during tender gate reviews.
Develop quality schedules in line with the company's procedures, contractual requirements, and stakeholder inputs.
Participate in or ensure the validation of the baseline schedule.
Contribute to the development of the Project Time Management Plan.
Organize and lead regular project schedule review sessions.
Ensure the alignment of commitments from both internal and external stakeholders and manage schedule interfaces.
Update both internal and external schedules punctually and in accordance with the standards set out in the Time Management Plan.
Identify critical paths and potential delays.
Collaborate with the project team to identify and monitor risks and opportunities related to the on-time delivery of the project.
Prepare schedule and progress reports, including time-related KPIs, and analyze gaps between the actual progress and the baseline.
Contribute to Earned Value Management by providing physical progress in collaboration with Finance Controllers.
Offer support to teams on any schedule-related issues.
Within document control function align documents with project execution.
Timely updates of schedule and time related KPIs
Timely updates of schedule related documents
Maintain the schedule in line with defined quality metrics

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is for the summer of 2025.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Project Planning Engineering Intern?

The intern will support project planners in scheduling, document management, KPI reporting, data analysis, and participation in project meetings.

Is prior experience required for this internship?

No prior experience is specifically required, but a passion for project management and planning is essential.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is based in Pittsburgh.

What skills will I develop during the internship?

You will learn methods of scheduling, planning, document management, time management practices, and project execution strategies.

Will I be working independently or as part of a team?

You will be working as part of a team, supporting Project Planners and collaborating with various stakeholders.

What are the expected outcomes of the internship?

Successful candidates will contribute to timely schedule development, project execution strategies, and performance measurements for tenders and contracts.

Is this internship paid?

The job description does not specify payment; please refer to the hiring manager for details on compensation.

What qualifications or background are preferred for this position?

Candidates with an interest in engineering, project management, or related fields are preferred, but specific qualifications are not listed.

Are there opportunities for professional growth after the internship?

Yes, Alstom offers opportunities for learning, growth, and advancement within the company across functions and geographic locations.

Alstom

Mobility by nature

Transportation

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10,001+

Employees

Mission & Purpose

Alstom commits to contribute to a low carbon future by developing and promoting innovative and sustainable transportation solutions that people enjoy riding. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, Alstom offers its diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. With its presence in 63 countries and a talent base of over 80,000 people from 175 nationalities, the company focuses its design, innovation, and project management skills to where mobility solutions are needed most.