Project Management Intern

Description

Built on Experience. Built for Skill. Built for You.

Keel was formed by bringing together three industry leaders combining generations of hands-on expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing.

That means when you join Keel, you’re joining a team backed by decades of proven craftsmanship and real-world results.

We build ships, defense systems, aerospace components, and heavy steel structures that serve critical missions — and we do it with pride.

Your Mission: 

The Project Management Intern supports Project Managers and the Program Management Office (PMO) in coordinating and executing manufacturing-related projects. This role bridges project planning and shop floor execution, helping ensure projects stay organized, on schedule, and aligned with business objectives. The intern will gain hands-on experience in project coordination, data tracking, and process improvement while contributing to initiatives that enhance efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery. 

Explore the Depth of the Role: 

• Assist with project planning, scheduling, tracking, and documentation  
• Maintain action item logs, schedules, and milestone updates
• Track project metrics and help prepare status reports and dashboards (e.g., using SmartSheet, Microsoft Project or OnePager)
• Coordinate meetings, capture notes, and follow up on action items  
• Support manufacturing initiatives by identifying process improvements and inefficiencies  
• Communicate project updates, risks, and issues to stakeholders 
• All other related duties as assigned 

Requirements

Mission Readiness: 

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Information Systems, or a related field
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proficient knowledge in SmartSheet is required
• Basic understanding of project management principles (scheduling, tracking, risk management)
• Familiarity with project tools such as Microsoft Project (preferred)
• Exposure to data analysis, reporting, or dashboard tools is a plus
• Interest in manufacturing, operations, or process improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, or ISO is a plus)
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and manage multiple priorities  

Travel Requirements:  

• Rare but may occur 

Physical Requirements:

• May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach/pull/push with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly.
• May lift or carry 50lbs. Weights exceeding 50lbs will require mechanical means to maneuver. 

Become a part of our Builders and you too can...

• Uphold Safety and Quality Standards
• Embody Team Spirit
• Relentless Customer Focus
• Convey Integrity, Trust, and Professionalism
• Execute with Excellence and Velocity

Need Assistance?

If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the employment process, please email talent@keelusa.com with details about your request and your contact information. Accommodation requests are reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis. Please note that this email address is monitored only for inquiries related to reasonable accommodation requests.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

What we build, builds us.