Technology Project Management Intern
The Walt Disney Company
Job Summary
The Technology Project Management Intern will participate in the configuration and deployment of end-user hardware on the Disney Destiny cruise ship, from initial hardware setup to onboard deployment. The role involves technical project management, ensuring a smooth transition from project team to operations. Responsibilities include scheduling, communication with stakeholders, equipment oversight, leadership updates, and offload guidance. The intern will gain experience with end-user configuration tools, technical writing, data collection, and logistical tasks (shipments, inventory, deliveries). The position is fully on-site in Papenburg, Germany, starting June 2025, and requires proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and strong communication skills.
Must Have
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Strong communication skills
- Technical project management skills
- Problem-solving and remediation skills
- Data collection and reporting
Good to Have
- Cruise line or construction industry experience
Job Description
Job Summary:
The Technology Project Management Intern will take part in the configuration and deployment of end-user hardware on the Disney Destiny. The position will be involved from the original hardware configuration to the final onboard deployment and exposed to many ship building milestones. The individual will provide technical project management skills to help ensure a smooth handover from the project team to operations, and assist scheduling priority spaces, communicate with stakeholders, oversee loading of equipment, provide leadership updates, and guide offload activities.
This role will be fully on-site in Papenburg, Germany and would begin in June 2025.
Responsibilities:
Gain exposure to end-user configuration tools that allow concurrent configuration of hundreds of devices at the same time
Deepen knowledge of technical writing by documenting processes and tools
Working autonomously under a mentor's guidance to complete specific scopes within the broader extent of the technology part of the project, including assisting with scheduling priority spaces and downstream dependencies
Support the collection of daily data and updates in a rapidly evolving environment for leadership reports and dashboards
Help with coordinating and managing logistical tasks, including organizing shipments, handling inventory, scheduling deliveries, and ensuring the smooth flow of materials or resources to meet operational needs
Basic Qualifications:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Comfortable and eager to work in a fast-paced environment with demanding timelines
Creative problem solving and remediation skills
Good communication skills with internal and external stakeholders as well as senior leadership
Curiosity to learn and being a self-starter
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience in the cruise line or construction industry
Required Education:
Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher, or graduated within the past 12 months, from an accredited college/university, earning a degree majoring in Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Project Management or similar field or related work experience
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