Program Management Intern

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Southfield, MI
In-Office
Internship
Transportation • Appliances
The Role
Support planning, tracking, and coordination of launch/program activities. Monitor progress, prepare status reports, research improvements, manage risks, coordinate stakeholders, and provide administrative support during a full-time summer internship.
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Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: MEI) is seeking a Launch/ Program Management Intern. You will assist in the planning, execution, and management of key programs and initiatives. This onsite, full-time Summer 2026 internship will provide valuable exposure to project management, cross-functional collaboration, and leadership. You will work closely with experienced launch/program managers and have the opportunity to contribute to various stages of project life cycles.

Methode Electronics Automotive Group is a leading global developer of User-Interfaces, LED Lighting, Sensors, and Chassis and Powertrain signal/power distribution solutions. Our team of knowledgeable sales, design engineers, and operations personnel across the globe offer expert advice and develop innovative and highly integrated solutions tailored to address our customers' challenges and meet your objectives.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the planning and coordination of program activities across different teams.
  • Help track and monitor program progress, ensuring timely delivery of milestones.
  • Conduct research and provide data-driven recommendations for program improvements.
  • Coordinate communication between stakeholders, ensuring clarity and alignment on program goals.
  • Prepare program status reports and presentations for senior management.
  • Support risk management activities, including identifying potential issues and proposing solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address challenges and improve processes.
  • Participate in meetings and contribute to discussions on program strategy and execution.
  • Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings and maintaining program documentation.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Business or Engineering, or a related field (undergraduate or graduate).
  • Strong interest in program/project management and working in a collaborative team environment.
  • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail.
  • Ability to analyze data and provide insights.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.).
  • Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, Jira) is a plus.
  • Self-motivated and eager to learn with a positive, proactive attitude.

Note: Candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States on a permanent basis post-graduation.

Benefits and Perks

Methode offers US employees Medical, Dental, Vision, Hearing, Life & Disability insurance, a wellness program, and time off benefits.

Voluntary benefit plans include Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Pet Insurance.  

Methode provides an Employee Assistance Program, and participation in the Company’s 401(k) plan which includes a company contribution.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

Methode Electronics is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics per the EEO Poster available here . If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call (708) 867-6777 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Top Skills

Asana
JIRA
Excel
Microsoft Powerpoint
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Word
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The Company
HQ: Chicago, Illinois
2,754 Employees
Year Founded: 1946

What We Do

Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: MEI) is a leading global supplier of custom-engineered solutions with sales, engineering and manufacturing locations in North America, Europe, Middle East and Asia. We design, engineer, and produce mechatronic products for OEMs utilizing our broad range of technologies for user interface, LED lighting system, power distribution and sensor applications.

Our solutions are found in the end markets of transportation (including automotive, commercial vehicle, e-bike, aerospace, bus, and rail), cloud computing infrastructure, construction equipment, and consumer appliance. Our business is managed on a segment basis, with those segments being
Automotive, Industrial, and Interface.

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