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Intern - Technology Project Management Office

Evergy
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SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS

 

JOB TITLE: Intern – Technology Project Management Office (PMO)

REQUISITION:  INF00CT

DEPARTMENT: Project Controls Office - Kansas City Headquarters

LOCATION: Kansas City, MO   

PAY RANGE: $21.00 - $25.00 / Hour

 

Internship Position for Summer 2025. 

 

Scheduled Work Hours: Flexible hours, 4-day week from Monday - Thursday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

 

It's never too early to start searching for your dream career. If you're ready to apply the principles you've been learning at school in the real world, Evergy is the place for you. Hands-on experience is what our internship programs are all about. Our programs offer students an opportunity to gain insight and meaningful experience while also allowing us to identify talented prospective employees. Many of our interns go on to develop successful careers at Evergy.

 

As an intern, you'll have real responsibilities, and you'll work on productive assignments with actual business interactions. We know that you work hard, so we help you play hard while you are here. We provide a number of intern events throughout the summer to burn some extra energy, including volunteer events, power plant tours, lunch and learns, and more.

 

Intern Description: 

We are seeking a motivated and detail oriented PMO Intern to join our team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in project management and support the Technology PMO Leader in driving project success.

  • Project Support: Assist in the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closing of projects. Help prepare project charters, scoping requirements, budget estimates, project schedules and help administer Risks, Actions, Issues, and Decisions. 
  • Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and report on project performance data using key performance indicators. Provide insights and recommendations to improve outcomes.
  • Communication: Facilitate communication between project teams, stakeholders, and the PMO Leader. Prepare and distribute project status reports, dashboards, and updates.
  • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements within the PMO. Assist in the development and implementation of new project management methodologies and tools, such as Agile or Lean.
  • Meeting Coordination: Schedule and coordinate project meetings. Prepare agendas, take meeting minutes, and follow up on action items.
  • Resource Management: Assist in the allocation and tracking of project resources. Ensure that resources are utilized efficiently and effectively.
  • Risk Management: Support the identification and mitigation of project risks. Help develop risk management plans and monitor risk status.
  • Training and Development: Participate in training sessions and workshops to enhance project management skills. Assist in the creation of training materials for project teams.

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a university program in one of the following or a related field: Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, Project/Construction Management or related field.

 

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

 

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:

None.

 

Working Conditions:

Normal office working conditions. 

 

Evergy has a clear mission – To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. So, our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. We are committed to celebrating diversity and building a team where everyone – regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status – has a voice and can bring their best every day. We know that the more diverse and inclusive we are, the better we will be. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.