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Technical Project Management Internship

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Amazon

7d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Software Engineering
  • Derby

AI generated summary

  • You must be in your penultimate or final year of a relevant degree, eligible for a full-time 3-6 month internship, proficient in English and SQL/ETL, and possess strong analytical and teamwork skills.
  • You will assist project managers, analyze processes, support software engineers, recommend network improvements, identify standardization opportunities, and collaborate with stakeholders for program delivery.

Requirements

  • Currently in your penultimate or final year and working towards a university degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Project Management or similar discipline
  • Eligible to complete a full-time internship of 3-6 months.
  • Highly proficient in spoken and written English (Common European Framework of Reference C1).
  • Proficiency in SQL/ETL and knowledge of data collection (e.g. from log files, data stores, API)
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify process improvements and innovative solutions.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, able to collaborate effectively with others.
  • Demonstrated curiosity, proactivity, and willingness to take on challenges in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Support Technical Program Managers, Product Managers or Project Manager in one or several projects by assisting them in tracking open actions, conducting ad-hoc deep dives to provide data insights useful for decision-making, analyzing processes to identify critical points and improvement opportunities, and anticipating for risks.
  • Work with Software Engineers during the entire software development/technology assessment/deployment readiness process to deliver new products or new features to existing products.
  • Support the team in recommending and executing network improvements
  • Work with the team to identify process improvement or standardization opportunities for the European network
  • Contribute with innovative long-term/lasting solutions beneficial for the entire team
  • Interact with software engineering, hardware engineering, and other key stakeholders to define and deliver programs.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Technical Project Management Internship?

The internship lasts for 3-6 months.

What is the minimum educational requirement for this internship?

Candidates must be in their penultimate or final year and working towards a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Project Management, or a similar discipline.

Are international students eligible to apply for this internship?

Yes, but they must have the right to work in the country of employment by the start date.

What skills are required to apply for this position?

Candidates must be highly proficient in spoken and written English (Common European Framework of Reference C1) and have proficiency in SQL/ETL and data collection techniques.

What will be the key responsibilities of the intern?

Interns will support Technical Program Managers in tracking actions, conducting data analysis, working with software engineers, recommending network improvements, identifying process opportunities, and contributing to innovative solutions.

Will interns gain experience in data analytics during the internship?

Yes, interns will develop skills to extract and manipulate large datasets using SQL and apply analytics to drive business decisions.

What kind of support will be available to interns?

The internship program provides a robust support system, including weekly intern office hours, dedicated IT and HR support, and a committed program team.

Are there opportunities for full-time employment after the internship?

Yes, upon successful completion of the internship, candidates may be considered for a graduate role or a second internship.

What attributes are important for a successful candidate?

Candidates should exhibit strong problem-solving and analytical skills, excellent communication and teamwork abilities, curiosity, proactivity, and a willingness to tackle challenges in a fast-paced environment.

When can interns start their internship?

Interns can start anytime from January through September 2025, with onboarding days held each month.

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10,001+
Employees
1994
Founded Year

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