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Product Management Intern

Washington, DC · On-site

Product Management Intern Location: Washington DC Metro Area (Hybrid / Occasional Onsite Meetups) Type: Internship We are seeking a Product Management Intern to work closely with leadership, product ...

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Product Management Intern

Itasca, IL · On-site

As a Product Management Intern , you will assist product line managers with product positioning and marketing, customer opportunity tracking and order forecasting and fulfillment activities. This ...

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Product Management Intern

Itasca, IL

As a Product Management Intern , you will assist product line managers with product positioning and marketing, customer opportunity tracking and order forecasting and fulfillment activities. This ...

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Product Management Intern

Itasca, IL · On-site

As a Product Management Intern , you will assist product line managers with product positioning and marketing, customer opportunity tracking and order forecasting and fulfillment activities. This ...

Music @ Menlo

Stage Manager Intern

Atherton, CA

$17.50/hr

Playing a key role on the production team, interns will be responsible for all production and ... Each intern will have the opportunity to take a leadership role in stage managing multiple ...

Music @ Menlo

Stage Manager Intern

Atherton, CA · On-site

$17.50/hr

Playing a key role on the production team, interns will be responsible for all production and ... Each intern will have the opportunity to take a leadership role in stage managing multiple ...

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What are the most common challenges faced by a Production Manager Intern, and how can I prepare for them?

As a Production Manager Intern, you may encounter challenges such as managing tight deadlines, coordinating with multiple departments, and quickly adapting to unexpected issues on the production floor. Being proactive in communication, staying organized, and seeking feedback from experienced team members can help you navigate these challenges successfully. Interns are often expected to balance learning with contributing to real projects, so demonstrating initiative and a willingness to take on responsibility will set you apart.

What does a Production Manager Intern do?

A Production Manager Intern assists in overseeing the manufacturing or production process within a company. They help coordinate schedules, track inventory, ensure quality standards, and support the production manager in daily operations. Interns may also participate in meetings, analyze workflow data, and communicate with various teams to solve production-related issues. The internship is designed to provide valuable hands-on experience in managing production lines and understanding the logistics of manufacturing environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Production Manager Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Production Manager Intern, you typically need a background in industrial engineering, business, or a related field, along with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. Familiarity with production management software such as ERP systems, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office is commonly required. Effective communication, teamwork, and adaptability are essential soft skills for collaborating with diverse teams and responding to shifting production needs. These skills and tools ensure smooth operations, efficient workflow, and the ability to quickly address challenges in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

What is the difference between Production Manager Intern vs Production Supervisor?

AspectProduction Manager InternProduction Supervisor
CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate in manufacturing, engineering, or related fieldHigh school diploma or equivalent; some experience in production environment
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, learning-focused, entry-level tasksSupervisory role on the production floor, overseeing daily operations
Employer UsageInternship programs in manufacturing companiesManufacturing plants, factories, production facilities

The Production Manager Intern is an entry-level position focused on learning and supporting production management tasks, often as part of an internship program. In contrast, a Production Supervisor is a more experienced role responsible for overseeing daily production activities, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. While both roles work within manufacturing environments, the intern is in a learning phase, whereas the supervisor actively manages production teams.

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Construction Project Manager Intern - Summer 2026

Construction Project Manager Intern - Summer 2026

Ruston Paving Co, Inc.

Greensboro, NC • On-site

$29K - $33K/yr

Temporary, Internship

Posted 13 days ago

Ruston Paving rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

If you're looking for...
...an innovative employee-owned company, built on a foundation of teamwork, safety, and excellence, Ruston Paving is for you!
We are looking for...
...someone who is ready to work hard, be a team player, and show up each day with a positive attitude to motivate others!
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER INTERN
About the Company
Ruston Paving is a commercial and industrial paving construction contractor with offices in New York, Virginia, and North Carolina. Established in 1943, we are a family-oriented company that has been in business for three generations. Our company is capable of all types of asphalt paving projects ranging from minor repairs to major rehabilitation and new construction.
General Summary of the Position
Teamwork is a major part of every position at Ruston Paving, so it is important to note that, aside from all other listed responsibilities, you must be willing to assist others and be as productive as possible. The Construction Project Manager Intern will shadow a Senior Project Manager and be closely involved in the below project management responsibilities.
Essential Functions
The goal of our internship program is for the Intern to successfully estimate, acquire, prepare, and manage a project from start to finish with minimal oversight. The following is a description of the essential functions for the position. These are responsibilities that an individual must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation.
The Project Manager Intern will be responsible for estimating for hard bids and negotiated contracts, including the interpretation and quantification of plans and specifications, surveying of existing site conditions, solicitation of material and subcontractor bids, cost estimating, and the preparation of bid documents and proposals.
Other project management responsibilities will include assisting senior Project Managers in the planning, scheduling, purchasing, subcontract management, contract administration, customer relations, and all other activities necessary to carry a project from award to start-up through completion and final payment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
A good deal of responsibility falls on the Project Managers with help from the Project Manager Intern to ensure that projects are running smoothly and safely. What we look for in a good candidate includes:
  1. Excitement, motivation, and eagerness to work with construction crews, customers, and all parties involved in managing construction projects.
  2. Ability to think outside the box.
  3. Prioritizes safety and doing things in the safest manner possible.
  4. Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor.
  5. Willingness to take direction and constructive criticism.
  6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively speak and present information in group settings is preferred.
  7. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills demonstrated by expressing a genuine interest in the thoughts, opinions, and needs of coworkers and customers.
  8. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  9. Strong analytical and problem solving skills demonstrated by the ability to deal with situations deviating from standardized and/or planned situations or procedures.
  10. Strong computer skills, including being proficient in Microsoft Office and related software.

Education and Experience
A successful Project Manager Intern will have diverse educational qualifications and technical skills to deliver on the job. These include:
  1. Currently working toward earning a Bachelor of Science degree in a construction-related discipline is preferred.
  2. CADD experience preferred but not required.
  3. Fluent in English. Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus.
  4. Possession of a valid driver's license and clean driving record is required.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
The safety of our employees is the most important focus every day! The following context is representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
  1. Employees are regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, and kneel.
  2. Employees are regularly required to talk and hear. Noise level on a job site is generally loud.
  3. Employees may occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 lbs.
  4. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  5. Must be able to quickly move arms and legs.
  6. Excellent stamina is required.

Conditions of Employment
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a negative pre-employment drug screen and certain background checks which, unless prohibited by applicable law, may include criminal history checks, employment verification, education verification, DMV checks, and fingerprinting.
Disclaimers
This description is not meant to cover every aspect of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities are subject to change any time with or without notice.
Ruston Paving provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

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