About the role#
The Program Management Office (PMO) is seeking an intern to support the Switchblade product line. You will gain hands-on experience in program management, business productivity tools, and cross-functional communication. This is a 12-week, full-time, paid summer internship focused on process improvement, data management, and program controls.
What you'll do#
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to identify and eliminate waste using lean or six sigma principles.
- Document and implement standardized PMO processes, best practices, and training materials.
- Create and maintain process documentation, templates, and work instructions.
- Manage a standard data structure in SharePoint for non-technical program documents.
- Assist in developing dashboards and reporting mechanisms to track performance metrics.
- Ensure data integrity and accessibility across program management tools.
- Document actions during Program Management Reviews and track accountability for item closure.
- Maintain risk registers and monitor risk status for timely response implementation.
- Coordinate training events, onboarding activities, and orientation materials for PMO staff.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program with a concentration in business, operations, supply chain, economics, marketing, or a similar field.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA.
- 0-1 year of working experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Strong analytical, time management, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- U.S. citizenship, U.S. permanent resident status, or asylee/refugee status.
Location & details#
- Location: Simi Valley, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Travel: Must be able to travel within the Continental U.S. and internationally when required.
About AV
AV is a public company based in Arlington, Virginia, that specializes in defense and space manufacturing. The firm develops unmanned aircraft systems, ground robots, and software for autonomous platforms. It employs 3,034 people across multiple locations in the United States and Germany. The company focuses on integrated capabilities for modern defense missions.
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