PMO Helicopter Simulator Internship - M/F

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Thales is a global high-tech leader specializing in three sectors: Defense & Security, Aeronautics & Space, and Cyber & Digital. It develops products and solutions that contribute to a safer, more environmentally friendly, and more inclusive world. The Group invests nearly 4 billion euros per year in Research & Development, particularly in key innovation areas such as AI, cybersecurity, quantum, cloud technologies, and 6G. Thales has nearly 81,000 employees in 68 countries.

Our commitments, your benefits

• Our technological expertise
• Our attention to employee balance
• An inclusive and benevolent environment
• Recognized societal and environmental commitment (Thales Solidarity, CAC 40 ESG index, etc.)

Your daily life

In Cergy, you contribute to some of the most sophisticated training and simulation systems in the world. Do you dream of piloting helicopters, fighter jets, or armored vehicles? Join us and take on the challenges of the aerial, terrestrial, and naval domains!

As part of the development of our export activities, we are looking for a Junior PMO intern to support our team in the operational and administrative management of helicopter simulator maintenance contracts. The position is based at the Cergy site.

This person will join the department that manages all maintenance offers and projects within the France domain for the "Training & Simulations" activities of the Thales group, whose expertise lies in the realization of some of the world's most advanced training services and systems for helicopters, fighter jets, armored vehicles, and land forces.

For this position, we are looking for a final-year student, to complete a 6-month internship, from January 2026 to June 2026 (dates to be agreed upon). A first experience in project management is ideally desired, as well as strong motivation to gain concrete experience in this field. The candidate must have good interpersonal skills and be able to collaborate effectively with other professional families such as engineering, purchasing, or industry. He/she will support the deployment of good PMO practices and actively contribute to the operational management of projects.

A significant part of the exchanges and work will be in English, both oral and written. A very good level is therefore expected in this language to ensure fluid interaction with international stakeholders and to successfully carry out the assigned missions.

Your missions:

Your main missions will be:

• Participate in monitoring project progress by consolidating and guaranteeing the quality of data communicated to the project manager.
• Update and verify the consistency of the cost to completion and the financial remaining work for the lots for which you will be responsible, as well as monitoring the associated costs.
• Update schedules, ensure their consistency, and lead follow-up meetings (analysis of deviations, identification of solutions to reduce them, etc.).
• Consolidate risk and opportunity management.
• Pilot the update of key performance indicators (KPIs) and the project dashboard (milestones, ETC, R&O, costs, indicators).
• Elaborate follow-up summaries, alert in case of deviation, and ensure the monitoring of action plans.
• Assist the project manager in the organization, preparation, piloting, and monitoring of internal progress reviews and with management.
• Provide support to the project team in applying good project management practices and methodologies.
• Participate in the deployment of the project management framework, processes, and good practices within the organization.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of standards (governance, processes, methods, and tools) for offer and project management.
• Capitalize on best practices and formulate recommendations to improve existing processes.

Your profile:

M2 engineering student, business school, or Management student with a first experience in project management, contract administration, or operational management.

Interest in the aeronautics, defense, or simulation sectors is a plus.

We are looking for a rigorous intern, with a good analytical mind, a developed sense of organization, and capable of working autonomously. You know how to manage several tasks simultaneously with efficiency.

You master Pack Office as well as project management tools and methods such as RACI, PERT, and GANTT.

Professional English indispensable (written and oral) – C1 level minimum.

You have the ability to set up, structure, and manage the various PMO missions, including planning, risk management, financial monitoring, and reporting.

Furthermore, your writing skills allow you to draft documents, dashboards, and risk and opportunity registers with clarity and rigor.

This internship is an excellent opportunity for you to train in project management professions in a stimulating professional environment. We look forward to receiving your application.

All our internships are conventional and subject to remuneration whose amount is determined according to your level of study.

Thales, a Handi-Engaged company, recognizes all talents. Diversity is our best asset. Apply and join us!