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POSITION SPECIFICS
Penn State’s Office of the Physical Plant Design & Construction Department is seeking Project Management Interns for Spring 2027 and Summer 2027. The Design & Construction Department manages the planning, design, and construction of capital improvement, renovation, and major maintenance projects across the University. Our mission is to provide responsive, high-quality project delivery that supports Penn State’s educational, research, and outreach missions through responsible stewardship of the University’s physical assets.
Based on applicants’ backgrounds and interests, successful candidates will assist project managers with a variety of tasks, including:
• Supporting project planning, coordination, and execution activities
• Participating in project meetings, design reviews, and construction conferences
• Assisting with project documentation, records management, and report preparation
• Updating project schedules, action item logs, and project tracking systems
• Supporting budget tracking, procurement, and construction administration activities
• Conducting site visits and construction observations
• Collaborating with customers, architects, engineers, contractors, and University stakeholders
• Assisting with Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) and data management efforts
Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills are important. Experience with Microsoft Office applications and an interest in project management, construction, engineering, architecture, or facilities management is preferred. Students pursuing degrees in construction management, architectural engineering, engineering, project management, business, or related disciplines are encouraged to apply.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and two reference letters. Applications will be accepted through January 31, 2027.
During the fall and spring semesters, interns may work up to 20 hours a week. During the summer, interns are expected to work 40 hours a week. Internship is located at University Park with compensation of $16 per hour for undergraduate and $17 per hour for graduate.
This job may require that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid US driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check may be required in addition to standard background checks.
Questions regarding the OPP Intern Program please contact OPP Intern Committee at [email protected].
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Skills Required
- Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications
- Interest in project management, construction, engineering, architecture, or facilities management
- Enrollment in construction management, architectural engineering, engineering, project management, business, or a related discipline
- Valid U.S. driver's license if operating a motor vehicle is required for job duties
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Retirement Support — Employer contributions to SERS and the TIAA Alternate Plan are described as significant, with supplemental retirement options available. Feedback suggests these choices and contributions create strong long‑term value.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Full‑time employees accrue over 24 sick and vacation days annually, with additional university holidays and a winter break. Feedback suggests this depth of leave supports work–life balance.
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Inclusive Benefits Coverage — A 75% tuition discount extends to employees, spouses, and dependent children up to age 26 across resident instruction, World Campus, and Penn College courses. Feedback suggests this broad eligibility meaningfully enhances total rewards, especially for families.
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