Intern IT Project Manager

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Job Summary

Jump start your IT career with Ryder Systems Inc.! Ryders Information Technology organization is strategically focused on growing the supply chain and transportation businesses through new technology-driven solutions thatfocus on optimizing transportation and supply chain networks.

We are seeking a motivated and organized near college graduate to join our team as a Junior IT Project Manager Intern. This role is designed for individuals looking to start their career in IT project management and gain hands-on experience supporting technology projects from planning through execution and delivery.

In this role the intern will work closely with and shadow multiple IT Project Managers across a variety of initiatives including Transportation Management Systems (TMS) Distribution Management Systems (DMS) and IT Infrastructure projects. The intern will gain end-to-end project exposure supporting projects from award and initial planning through execution deployment and transition to steady-state operations.

This role is designed to provide hands-on experience and mentorship helping the intern build a strong foundation in IT project management within a complex operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning tracking and coordinating IT projects
• Support project managers with schedules documentation status and financial reports
• Communicate with team members stakeholders and vendors
• Help identify project risks and track action items
• Participate in project meetings take meeting notes and follow up on action items
• Ensure projects follow company processes and timelines
• Observing and assisting with project kickoff meetings planning sessions and stakeholder reviews
• Supporting project activities such as scope definition scheduling budgeting and resource coordination
• Tracking milestones risks issues and dependencies across multiple concurrent projects
• Learning how IT solutions are implemented to support transportation distribution and infrastructure operations
• Participating in system implementation testing coordination go-live activities and post-implementation support
• Gaining exposure to operational handoff processes and transition to steady-state support teams

Qualifications

• Near completion of a Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science Business or a related field (near graduate)
• Basic understanding of project management principles and methodologies (e.g. Waterfall Agile Scrum)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and analytical skills with a desire to learn.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel Power Point Outlook)
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to clearly communicate
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers work groups customers supervisors)
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Adaptability and comfort working in a fast-paced changing environment
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Professionalism and reliability in meetings

Skills:

• Project Management:Familiarity with project management methodologies such as Agile Scrum or Waterfall.
• Technical Proficiency:Basic understanding of IT concepts software development and network infrastructure.
• Communication:Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving:Ability to identify issues analyze data and develop solutions.
• Time Management:Efficiently manage time and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Team Collaboration:Experience working in a team environment and contributing to group projects.
• Adaptability:Ability to quickly learn new tools and technologies and adapt to changing project requirements.

Preferred (Nice to Have)

• Internship or academic project experience related to IT Supply Chain or project management
• Familiarity with tools like Service Now or Microsoft Project
• Exposure to Agile or Scrum methodologies
• CAPM or PMP certification or interest in pursuing it
• Local candidate to the Miami FL area

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required Currently enrolled toward a degree

• Strong PC skills (Windows MS Office MS Project MS Excel) intermediate required

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Benefits Information:

For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits to include medical prescription dental vision life insurance and disability insurance options as well as paid time off for vacation illness bereavement family and parental leave and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.

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