IT Technology PMO Student Internship

Title: IT Technology PMO Student Internship Company: Tampa Electric Company Location: Midtown East Tower State and City: Florida - Tampa Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days Hiring Manager: Toni DeOreo Recruiter: Mark Koener Position Concept We are seeking a motivated IT PMO Intern to support our IT Project Management Office in system administration, requirements documentation, and process improvement. This role is ideal for a student eager to gain hands‑on experience in PMO operations within a dynamic and fast‑paced technology environment. The IT PMO Intern will work closely with our project managers and system administrators to streamline project workflows and enhance PMO effectiveness. Primary Duties and Responsibilities PMO System Administration: Assist with Smartsheet and other PMO tool administration, including user access management, setting up project templates, and ensuring data accuracy. Requirements Documentation: Collaborate with project teams to capture business and technical requirements, translating them into clear documentation for project use. Process Improvement: Support continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing existing PMO processes, suggesting enhancements, and helping implement approved changes. Dashboard and Reporting Support: Assist in developing dashboards and reports to provide clear visibility into project statuses, budget tracking, and other key PMO metrics. Meeting Support: Attend project meetings, prepare meeting notes, track action items, and follow up with team members on assigned tasks. Quality Assurance: Assist with the Project Documentation auditing processes and support the team in the implementation and tracking of quality control processes across the project lifecycle. Qualifications Education: Current student or recent graduate in Information Technology, Business, Project Management, or related field. Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Detail‑oriented with a problem‑solving mindset. Basic knowledge of project management tools (Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, etc.) is a plus. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Strong organizational and time‑management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams. Preferred Experience: Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and experience with documentation or data management. Previous internship or coursework in project management or IT‑related fields. Familiarity with IT infrastructure, software development life cycle (SDLC), or cloud technologies. Certification or coursework related to project management (e.g., PMP, CAPM, or Agile) is a bonus. Interest in pursuing PMI‑PMP or PMI‑ACP Certifications. What You'll Gain Hands‑On PMO Experience: Learn the essentials of PMO operations and project management methodologies. IT Experience: Exposure to a wide variety of IT projects and technologies. Skill Development: Develop skills in requirements gathering, process documentation, and project tracking tools. Career Mentorship: Gain valuable mentorship from experienced project managers and PMO team members. TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tampa Electric Company