Program Management Intern – Cell Development

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Navitas Systems LLC, a leader in comprehensive energy storage solutions, was formed in 2011 with the merger of MicroSun Innovative Energy Storage Solutions and MicroSun Electronics, and the acquisition of lithium battery company A123 Systems’ Government Solutions Group. In 2019, East Penn Manufacturing, one of the world’s leading battery manufacturers, acquired majority interest in Navitas Systems. In SEVEN remarkable decades, East Penn has grown from a one-room shop with a product line of five automotive batteries to one of the world’s leading battery manufacturers with over 10,500 full-time employees, 515 product designs, operations around the world, and hundreds of awards for industry excellence.

 

At our Navitas facilities we engage in the research, design, development, and manufacture of advanced lithium cells and energy storage products and systems for both commercial customers and U.S. Government/military customers. We invest in our people, they are and always will be the heart of this company. Are you ready to join a family-owned enterprise committed to honoring the contributions of everyone? Then Navitas is the right place for you.

Overview

Navitas is ready to invest in you!  We are seeking a Project Management Intern in Ann Arbor, Michigan that will

support the Cell Development Team’s strategic planning and execution needs by providing program management capacity. The role will assist with strategic planning activities, program execution support, and process development, including Phase-Gate adherence and effective use of Smartsheet. This enables improved planning discipline, visibility, and execution consistency. This role will start asap and will last 13 weeks from the start date. 

Responsibilities

• Assist with Cell Development Team strategic planning using input from Business Development and the technical roadmap
• Support execution of tactical updates for active programs, including schedule and budget updates
• Monitor and track work hours and resource utilization for the team
• Support ongoing improvements to program management processes and tools
• Intern Learning Outcomes:
• Gain exposure to real-world project management practices and tools
• Learn how to translate strategic business objectives into process improvement initiatives
• Understand the fundamentals of governance, reporting, and business tools within a manufacturing/technology environment
• Enhance communication, collaboration, and presentation skills

Qualifications

Requirements

Junior or senior pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an Engineering discipline or Business, with a demonstrated interest in Program or Project Management. Candidate should be analytical, organized, and interested in supporting cross-functional technical programs.

 

ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) the individual must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Navitas Systems Means “Energy” Navitas Systems designs and manufactures innovative energy storage products and systems for commercial, industrial and government/public sector customers. Our lithium battery products are optimized for motive, idle-reduction and heavy duty/off road related applications. Market-leading products include our StarlifterTM family of lithium forklift batteries. Our R&D group works on leading edge advanced lithium and beyond-lithium technologies, and Navitas offers a new advanced lithium cell-making capability for manufacturing cells in unique shapes, sizes, and chemistries. Explore our product offerings and capabilities to see how Navitas Systems can help you choose the right power choice for your next application.