COOP Intern (Temporary) – Planning & Facilities Management – Georgetown University

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COOP Intern (Temporary) – Planning & Facilities Management – Georgetown University

Job Overview

The COOP Intern – in a temporary role under the supervision of the Assistant Directors – works collaboratively with Project Managers and Senior Project Managers to coordinate various projects throughout the project life cycle. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist Project Managers and Senior Project Managers with on-site inspections of all aspects of assigned projects to evaluate A/E designers and contractor performance, and to confirm the satisfactory progression of work
• Perform special project activities requiring application of technical expertise to the development of solutions to unusually difficult problems, as assigned
• Perform various administrative tasks to help projects stay on track in regards to scope, schedule, and budget
• Assist the Assistant Director of Project Administration in the solicitation of project approvals from internal University entities, appropriate government agencies, and community interest groups
• Develop and collaborate on project reporting, and support Project Managers in adherence to project budgets and schedules, and the Georgetown University campus plan, quality and code standards

Work Interactions

Reporting directly to the Assistant Director of Project Administration, the COOP Intern performs project coordination and management duties under general direction; assists with multiple projects concurrently; and engages regularly in problem solving analyses and reports.

They ensure that clients’ needs are met as projects evolve – as well as appropriate staff counterparts in the other Planning and Facilities Management areas, the Department of Public Safety, the Office of University Information Services, and representatives from Student Affairs and Residential Living.

They are a collaborative member of multiple project teams – each consisting of from five to twenty team members; and serve as a liaison to other areas within the university – for example,  the Office of the CFO and the Real Estate Office.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree – either attained or working towards – preferably in Economics, Data Analytics, Project Management, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or Construction
• 1 to 2 years of experience managing concurrent initiatives, data analytics, or reporting.
• Computer literacy with an interest in working in multiple platforms
• MS Office fluency
• A high level of interpersonal skills for daily interaction with faculty and staff, clients, GU managers, team members, and public agency officials
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, a variety of matrices, oral presentations, and code analyses.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation .

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Submission Guidelines:

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer  fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website .