Startup Project Manager (Execution) Intern Spring and Summer 2027 (Bellevue, WA), GEMS NA Startup

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Operations roles at Amazon put you at the center of how things move from a click to a doorstep. You'll help design, improve, and run systems that connect people, products, and places at scale. You'll take ownership early, work closely with teams to solve real-world challenges, and see the direct results of your decisions as they reach customers every day. Here, the impact of what you build isn't abstract, it's visible, immediate, and meaningful - keeping one of the world's most complex operations moving forward. This is where your journey takes shape through action, responsibility, and the opportunity to grow in many directions.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This role is based at an on-site location at one of the following locations:

Cleburne, TX
Waterbury, CT
Salinas, CA

Applicants must be located within 50 miles of one of the above locations to be hired for this position.

The Startup Project Manager Internship is an on-site part-time internship (20 hours a week) during the Spring 2027 academic season (February/March 2027 – May/June 2027) based at a Amazon fulfillment center under construction.

Upon school release for Summer 2027 (May/June 2027 – July/August 2027) this position shifts to a 12-week internship “full-time” (40 hours/week) with potential travel opportunities to other fulfillment centers under construction and corporate offices across the United States.

This is NOT a corporate or virtual position and will be located on-site in a fulfillment center, sort center, delivery station, or other warehouse/construction/job trailer environment.

Amazon's Global Engineering, Maintenance, & Sustainability (GEMS) Organization is looking for innovative and solutions-oriented interns to support our project management function. Startup Project Manager interns will support the coordination and execution of new build infrastructure and expansion/retrofit projects, working alongside senior Project Managers to help deliver complex projects on time, within budget, and to Amazon's standards. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to large-scale industrial project launches while developing your project management expertise through mentorship and real-world execution.

Key job responsibilities
Project Management & Execution
Support new and existing programs by owning specific workstreams and deliverables within larger projects

Drive resolution for an intern project by owning and deep diving data to support a process improvement recommendation

Assist in coordinating schedules across multiple vendors and internal teams to ensure alignment with project milestones and Go-Live dates

Track project deliverables, milestones, and action items; proactively identify potential delays and escalate

Maintain accurate project documentation in Amazon's project management systems (Source)

Support project communication by preparing status updates, clearing blockers, and driving timely decisions

Assist with the development, implementation, and governance of business, technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of assigned projects or sub-tasks

Budget & Resource Coordination
Assist with budget tracking and reporting; maintain accurate cost documentation and flag variances

Support purchase order approvals, invoice processing, and inventory tracking

Help coordinate resource allocation and procurement activities with internal teams and third-party logistics (3PL) partners

Track non-inventory items and support vendor coordination for project materials and equipment
Stakeholder Coordination & Communication

Coordinate with internal Amazon stakeholders across operations, engineering, procurement, and site teams

Support weekly stakeholder meetings by preparing agendas, taking meeting minutes, and tracking action items to closure

Serve as a liaison between field teams, project leadership, and cross-functional partners

Communicate clearly and promptly with all internal and external stakeholders on assigned tasks and deliverables

Prepare presentation materials and project summaries as directed by the supervising Project Manager
Safety & Risk Management

Support Amazon's safety programs and standards; participate in safety walks and report concerns immediately

Assist with risk identification, tracking, and mitigation activities

Support safety reporting and documentation requirements

Help maintain risk registers and escalate issues as necessary
Learning & Continuous Improvement

Actively develop project management expertise through on-the-job execution, mentorship, and Amazon training programs

Document lessons learned and contribute to process improvement initiatives

Identify and suggest improvements within assigned workstreams

Seek exposure to all phases of the project lifecycle to build breadth of knowledge and readiness for advancement

Develop proficiency with Amazon's project management tools and systems

A day in the life
During the spring semester, Startup PM interns work part-time at site location, supporting project management activities such as updating project schedules, tracking budgets and purchase orders, preparing status reports, coordinating with procurement and 3PL partners, and supporting stakeholder communications. You will work under regular guidance from senior Project Managers and Subject Matter Expert (SME), building your knowledge of project management concepts and Amazon's startup processes while contributing to real project deliverables.

During the summer full-time period, interns travel to project sites to support active startup projects, attend stakeholder meetings, conduct site walks, coordinate with vendors and 3PL teams on-site, support Go-Live readiness activities, and gain firsthand exposure to Amazon's new build and expansion projects. You will work across multiple stakeholder groups and build effective working relationships while developing toward independence under the mentorship of senior Project Managers. Travel to various locations across the United States is expected during summer months (up to 80%).

Physical ability to:
Work 12-hour shifts on feet (when supporting field operations)

Cover extensive distances in large warehouse facilities

Use ladders, stairs, and gangways safely

Lift/move totes up to 49 lbs

Perform frequent bending, stretching, and reaching motions

Travel to various locations across the United States during summer months (up to 80%)

Basic Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program with all requirements anticipated to be completed between December 2027 and August 2028.
- Currently reside within 50 miles of the position location listed in this job posting
- Available to work part-time (20 hours/week) during Spring 2027 semester (February 2027 – May/June 2027) from our Bellevue, WA office
- Available to transition to full-time (40 hours/week) for a 12-week period during Summer 2027 (May/June 2027 – July/August 2027)
- Able to travel up to 80% to project sites and corporate offices across the United States during summer months
- Are 18 years of age or older

Preferred Qualifications:
- Coursework or exposure in project management, operations management, supply chain, or engineering
- Experience in a highly analytical, results-oriented environment with cross-functional interactions
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel at an advanced level, including pivot tables, macros, index/match, and vlookup
- Experience in Microsoft Office products: Excel, Project, and Outlook
- Knowledge of Lean principles and DMAIC methodology
- Experience coordinating across multiple teams or stakeholders
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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The starting pay for this position is listed below. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits. 

CLEBURNE, TX, USA - 58,565.00 USD Annually
Salinas, CA, USA - 70,400.00 USD Annually
Waterbury, CT, USA - 58,565.00 USD Annually