Program Management Intern

Reference #44089

Hamilton, Ontario

About L3HARRIS WESCAM

As a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Integrated Mission Systems Segment, the WESCAM division develops the most advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, National Security, Search & Rescue and Airborne law enforcement agencies. From long-range covert surveillance missions to search and rescue operations, our MX-series systems, and the mission systems solutions they are a part of, produce stabilized high-magnification electro1-optical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first.

About the Role

This will be a 16-month co-op term (with occasional 12-month terms available) working with our Program Management team focusing on supporting both our Program Managers and our Business Analyst Team.

Primary Responsibilities 

• Support program management team in preparation of program and department presentations.
• Support program management team to establish timelines, deadlines, coordinate, and schedule meetings.
• Organize, track, and maintain program documentation and data
• Organize, track, and maintain program management department documentation and data
• Participate in program meetings as requested
• Assist in the preparation of materials to support program meetings
• Assist with special projects and tasks from functional areas that support the Business Area
• Support initiatives with an emphasis on productivity improvement activities and organizational problem solving
• Work Business Analysts integrate PMO information systems with existing departmental and company data sources
• Support development and maintenance of PMO business processes

Required Capabilities 

• Experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Visio, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. Familiarity with Power BI an asset.
• Familiarity with relational databases (primarily Microsoft SQL) and developing SQL queries an asset
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, involving complex and varying problems
• Excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Acute attention to detail
• Self-starter attitude and ability to take initiative
• Team player attitude; ability to develop strong working relationships with department representatives, managers and support staff
• Ability to deal directly with internal and external customers
• Ability to appreciate priorities and workflow, handle multiple assignments, and meet deadlines
• Ability to achieve problem resolution through interaction with stakeholders and internal process owners
• Ability to learn new tools and processes as related to technology and software

Desired Education and Experiences 

• Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree in technical discipline (Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, etc.), Business Administration, Management, or related field

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that diversity among our employees makes us a stronger organization.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our L3Harris WESCAM family, and our community by welcoming and encouraging applications from anyone interested without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, Aboriginal status or any other legally-protected groups. For people with disabilities, we work with you throughout the recruitment process to ensure you have what you need in order to be at your best. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment/interview process, or as you begin your career with us just let us know and we will take care of you. 

This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.

In the province of Ontario, Canada, the pay for this position will be $23 / hour.