Project Management Intern

Position Description

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Project Management Intern to join the BCS Team in Carlsbad, CA.  As a Project Management Intern, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced project managers and cross-functional teams. You will gain hands-on experience in managing projects that span across software, hardware, and firmware development. This role will provide you with exposure to the entire project lifecycle, from concept to delivery, and allow you to contribute to the success of our products.

Legrand offers a school friendly environment with flexible schedules.  We value our employees and want to help our interns receive the experience they need to be able to start their careers after graduation.  You will learn how to work in a professional environment and have the opportunity to see the results of your work on a weekly basis. The positions are evaluated for renewal on a semester-to-semester basis. 

What Will You Do?

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Education:  Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Project Management or related field.   
• Experience:  None required.  Strong interest in project management, particularly in a technical environment involving software, hardware, and firmware preferred.
• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: 
  • This role requires strong organizational and time management skills, close attention to detail and ability to effectively handle multiple priorities. Exercise an independent judgment to plan, prioritize, and carry out project activities. 
  • Strong initiative; self-driven to deliver results without daily supervision.
  • Must be highly collaborative and able to work in a team-based environment.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. Must be an effective listener, able to maintain focus to extract necessary information and validate understanding of the information. Must be able to create effective reports, presentations and business correspondence.
  • Must possess strong analytical skills and the ability to identify trends and establish proactive corrective actions.  Must be able to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. 
  • Strong computer skills, proficient with word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software, e-mail and meeting management software.  Ability to use internet and web-based resources efficiently and effectively.
  • Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., JIRA, ADO, Smartsheet) is a plus. 
  • A proactive and problem-solving mindset.

• What We Offer:
  • Hands-on experience in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
  • Mentorship from experienced project managers and industry professionals.
  • Opportunity to work on real-world projects that impact the company's success.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and innovative product development.
  • Networking opportunities within the company and industry.
  • A supportive and collaborative work culture.

Company Info

About Legrand

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR). For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us 

About Legrand’s Building Control Systems Division

Legrand’s Building Control Systems (BCS) division includes the Wattstopper, Vantage, and Shading Systems product lines. BCS industry-leading energy-efficient lighting controls technology and services are designed to meet code, ensure ease of installation, and enable precision control of light in offices, classrooms, hospitals, homes, and more. Combined with our Shading Systems for residential and commercial applications, Legrand’s Building Control Systems provides leading solutions for the control of natural and electric light in spaces where people live, learn, and work. BCS teams’ partner with designers to offer solutions that meet today’s green initiatives, including LEED, WELL Building, Living Building Challenge, and more

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