DoD SkillBridge Internship: Assistant Project Manager (Internship) DoD SkillBridge Provider: Vets2PM Host Company: Strategic Communications Location: Remote - but only apply if you are interested in living / working in the following states: MA, NH, RI, Washington, DC, VA, MD after the internship (for a potential job offer)
Must be active-duty U.S. Military Service Member who qualifies for participation in the DoD SkillBridge Program.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Required profile
Experience
Spoken language(s):
English
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