This internship focuses on administrative support for project management, involving database maintenance, compliance tracking, and interaction with government and subcontractor personnel.
This is a remote position.
DoD SkillBridge Internship: Assistant Project Manager (Internship)
DoD SkillBridge Provider: Vets2PM
Host Company: Strategic Communications
Location: Remote - only apply if you are interested in living/working in the following states:
MA, NH, RI, Washington, DC, VA, MD (for a potential job offer)
DoD SkillBridge Provider: Vets2PM
Host Company: Strategic Communications
Location: Remote - only apply if you are interested in living/working in the following states:
MA, NH, RI, Washington, DC, VA, MD (for a potential job offer)
*For those seeking internship opportunities only (not interested in full-time employment) - applicants may be located anywhere in the CONUS region
Must be active-duty U.S. Military Service Member who qualifies for participation in the DoD SkillBridge Program.
To Apply:
1. Go to https://vets2pm.com/skillbridge/ and complete SkillBridge Interest Form.
2. Return to this posting and click 'Apply'
Company Overview:
StratComm Inc. is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small business that performs Project Management services to federal agencies, fortune 500 companies, and all branches of the Armed Forces.
Company Website: https://stratcomminc.com
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Assistant (PA) is a great opportunity for someone looking to get into the project management field. It is considered a direct feeder to an Assistant Project Manager position at StratComm. The PA should be comfortable working with a wide variety of administrative support tasks. The duties support various company government projects. The programs oversee dozens of government contracts spanning across the country. StratComm utilizes hundreds of sub-contractors, covering thousands of work schedules throughout the year.
Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Assistant (PA) is a great opportunity for someone looking to get into the project management field. It is considered a direct feeder to an Assistant Project Manager position at StratComm. The PA should be comfortable working with a wide variety of administrative support tasks. The duties support various company government projects. The programs oversee dozens of government contracts spanning across the country. StratComm utilizes hundreds of sub-contractors, covering thousands of work schedules throughout the year.
Database and systems support:
- Maintain all company databases relating to Social Security Administration or other project contracts.
- Maintaining accuracy and consistency for all project information / documentation sources.
- Complete and maintain all support documentation for project conformances.
- The PA should be able to work with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment, exhibit excellent attention to detail, communication skills, and be comfortable working with data and technology.
- In addition, this individual should possess excellent interpersonal skills and strong organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities may include:
- Review daily schedules of sub-contractors and government offices for accuracy
- Upload new schedules and update existing schedules with any changes
- Help maintain annual compliance requirements/documentation
- Interacting with government personnel, as well as sub-contractors
- Perform quality control (QC) on daily receipts of service performed
- Perform QC on Social Security hearing outcomes for invoicing purposes
- Systems management of candidate and subcontractor database – updating and inputting data, providing suggestions to improving tracking, workflow, etc.
- SSA contract processing and tracking in database
- Assist in completion, issuance, and maintenance to VHR’s subcontract modification updates (filing and tracking)
- Server file clean-up and organization
- Process training documentation organization
Qualifications:
- Be able to work cross functionally with other project management teams
- Proficient with all Microsoft office applications and Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Extremely detail-oriented and able to accurately resolve complex issues
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and meet strict deadlines
- Strong communication skills required (oral and written)
- Previous staff scheduling experience a plus
- Excellent typing skills
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Vets2PM Provides:
- Mentorship and guidance via weekly SkillBridge Intern Zoom Meetings.
- PM Fundamentals course, Resume writing, LinkedIn optimization, and interview skills course.
- Other free resources, including an electronic copy of 'How to Speak Civilian Fluently'.
Other:
Not all internships include certification training by Vets2PM, as many host companies include their own internship-focused training instead. If selected for an internship with Vets2PM please read your approval email, letter, and training plan to be sure you understand what is included in your internship.
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