Project Management Intern-Bethesda, MD Based

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with due diligence efforts for new deals and acquisitions, including documenting scope of work and coordinating with estimators to ensure accurate estimating.
• Help develop project-specific scope and budget source documents for brand negotiations and project launch.
• Support procurement management of design, construction, and consulting services by assisting with RFPs, meeting agendas, minutes, transmittal documentation, and project schedule and budget reviews.
• Review architectural, design, and engineering construction drawings and bid documents.
• Serve as a liaison between hotel operations and design/construction professionals.
• Review contractor and vendor onsite activities to verify compliance with design specifications, schedules, and workmanship standards.
• Assist with the approval and processing of scheduled progress draw packages for payment, with an opportunity to work alongside the project accounting team.
• Promote professionalism and ethics in all job-related activities.
• Perform any other job-related responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Current enrolled undergraduate or graduate student (rising college junior or above).
• Fields of study to include Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, Project or Construction Management, Real Estate, or related fields in hotel/lodging industry preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to produce high-quality deliverables in a timely manner.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Basic knowledge of project budgeting and accounting principles is a plus.
• Eagerness to learn through mentorship, hands-on experience, and autonomous project responsibilities.
• Effective communication skills, adaptable to different audiences.

Nice to Have

• Basic knowledge of project budgeting and accounting principles.

Qualifications

• Enrolled undergraduate or graduate student (rising college junior or above).
• Fields of study related to architecture, interior design, engineering, project management, or real estate preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.
• Vacation, Sick, and Holiday time off.
• Pet insurance through the ASPCA.
• Supplemental, Spousal, and Child Life insurance.
• Short and Long-Term Disability plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds.
• Discounts through 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs.