Project Managment Intern

Sargento is seeking a Project Management Intern to support strategic initiatives focused on new product development, capacity expansion, process improvements, cost savings, and technology implementations. The intern will assist with cross-functional project execution, facilitate meetings, manage documentation, communicate updates, and help identify and mitigate project risks.

What you'll do:

• Gain hands-on experience with project management practices, including the Innovation Stage-Gate process for new products
• Support the execution of strategic initiatives across new products, capabilities, process improvements, cost savings, and technology implementations
• Assist in managing cross-functional projects by clarifying objectives, scope, timelines, and resource needs
• Facilitate project meetings to track progress, resolve issues, maintain accountability, and keep teams aligned with timelines
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify and mitigate risks, resolve conflicts, and adapt project plans as needed
• Communicate project updates through reports, presentations, meeting minutes, and stakeholder engagement
• Help maintain essential project documentation and support post-project evaluations to improve future processes

What they're looking for:

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in project management, business management, organizational development, communications or related field, having completed junior year prior to the start of the internship
• Solid organizational and planning skills are required
• Must be team-oriented, with the ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Must enjoy challenges and be adaptable to changes in project scope and direction
• Proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and vehicle required. There is no mass/public transit system to/from corporate housing location to company locations

Benefits:

• Lead and own real and relevant projects aligned with business objectives
• Gain valuable skills and experiences to be prepared for entry level opportunities
• Mentorship and career development to learn and grow personally and professionally
• Volunteer in community service activities
• Social professional networking experiences
• Flexible work week onsite Mondays through Thursdays and optional remote Fridays; plus, half day Fridays
• Paid relocation and housing
• 5 unpaid days off for interns and 10 unpaid days off for co-ops
• 401(k) employer contribution top 1% in the nation
• Discounts at the company cheese store and local attractions/events