This is a remote position.
DoD SkillBridge Internship: Project Specialist
Industry Mentor: Jacob Green & Associates
SkillBridge Provider: Vets2PM LLC
Location: Remote
*If in the Orange County area this will be a hybrid role, the office is located in Tustin, CA. If not, it is remote.
Applicants must be active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify for the DoD SkillBridge Program.
To Apply:
- Go to www.vets2pm.com/skillbridge and complete the SkillBridge interest form.
- Return to this posting and click ‘Apply’.
Project Specialist Intern
Jacob Green and Associates (JGA) is a thriving local government consulting firm based in Tustin, CA. At JGA, we provide premier consulting services to local governments, police agencies, and fire departments. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Specialist to support our Emergency Management and Organizational Development service lines.
This role provides the opportunity to work closely with project coordinators and project managers, ensuring high-quality project execution and client satisfaction. If you're looking for a dynamic role that leverages your technical and organizational skills while contributing to impactful public-sector initiatives, we encourage you to apply!
Job Overview
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As a Project Specialist Intern, you will support project teams by managing a variety of tasks that include creating client-facing materials, supporting the creation of project schedules, analyzing data, and contributing to deliverables. This role is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and an aptitude for working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
The intern will have exposure to and learn about stakeholder engagement, business communications, management consulting processes, project development, etc.
Key Responsibilities
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- Content Development and Presentation Support:
- Prepare visually appealing presentations in PowerPoint using content provided by project team members.
- Lead and support the design of client deliverable projects in Canva, creating professional, client-facing materials.
Data Collection and Analysis
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- Develop and analyze surveys, leveraging Microsoft Forms for data collection.
- Perform light data analysis and create graphs/charts in Excel.
- Support light AI-driven analysis for project insights.
Project Coordination
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- Assist with creating and updating project schedules and timelines.
- Coordinate client follow-ups to collect deliverables or fulfill data requests.
- Send calendar invitations and assist with scheduling.
Material Development and Documentation
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- Update and create project materials with guidance from project managers and coordinators.
- Review, edit, and format documents for consistency and professionalism.
Client and Onsite Support
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- Provide onsite project and client delivery support as needed (local travel within California).
- Conduct light project-based research to inform deliverables and recommendations.
Other Duties as Assigned:
- Flexible and ready to support various project needs across service lines and the business.
Compensation
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If you are hired after the internship, the target compensation rate is $30 - $40 per hour (which is equal to between $62K - $83K per year), based on experience, etc.
[NOTE: Because this is a SkillBridge Internship, it is understood that no single candidate will have equal expertise in all the areas of responsibility listed. Successful candidates will possess a compelling combination of many of them and the self-awareness and wisdom to leverage existing and/or new resources in the area(s) where they lack personal mastery.]
Vets2PM Provides:
- PMP or CAPM Certification training and one exam voucher.
- 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.
