Internship Program Manager (Contract)

Company Description:

Meade Engineering is a full-service design firm specializing in innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions for data centers, cloud providers, and large-scale construction projects. Our team of expert engineers, designers, and consultants is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable, and sustainable solutions that drive the industry forward.

At Meade Engineering, we foster a collaborative and dynamic work environment where creativity, technical excellence, and professional growth are at the forefront. We take pride in our commitment to innovation, efficiency, and superior service-values that not only define our projects but also shape our workplace culture.

If you're looking to be part of a company that values expertise, teamwork, and cutting-edge design, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Description:

Meade Engineering is seeking a highly organized and proactive Internship Program Manager (contractor) to design, coordinate, and execute our first-ever Engineering Internship Program for the Summer 2026 session. This role will serve as the architect and day-to-day leader of the program, from building the structure and selecting the cohort, to overseeing the 12-week summer experience and final capstone presentations.

The ideal candidate is an energetic and detail-driven project manager who thrives on building programs from the ground up. This person will serve as both the program manager and mentor, ensuring an exceptional experience for interns and a seamless, well-organized process for internal stakeholders.

Job Duties:

Program Design & Development (January – April 2026)

• Design and finalize the structure, timeline, and curriculum for Meade's inaugural Engineering Internship Program.
• Collaborate with department leaders and subject matter experts to define weekly rotational assignments, learning objectives, and department-specific deliverables.
• Develop a 12-week schedule that integrates technical learning, team-building activities, and professional development sessions.
• Establish documentation, templates, and guidelines for intern onboarding, feedback, and program evaluation.
• Partner with HR and hiring managers during intern recruitment and selection to ensure alignment between candidate profiles and program objectives.
• Create and communicate program materials and orientation content to prepare internal teams for hosting interns.

Program Execution & Management (May – September 2026)

• Serve as the primary point of contact, mentor, and manager for all program participants, fostering engagement and professional growth.
• Coordinate logistics for intern onboarding, orientation, rotations, and weekly activities.
• Facilitate regular check-ins, monitor progress, and address scheduling or logistical adjustments in real time.
• Partner with department leaders to ensure rotation learning objectives are met and intern contributions are meaningful.
• Manage weekly touchpoints, pulse checks, and learning sessions across all interns.
• Oversee planning and execution of social, networking, and team-building activities.
• Lead the planning, coordination, and facilitation of the capstone project, including final presentations to Meade's Executive Leadership Team.
• Track participation, feedback, and performance outcomes to evaluate program success and inform recommendations for future sessions.

Program Evaluation & Wrap-Up (August – September 2026)

• Conduct post-program evaluations with interns and department leaders.
• Compile and present a final summary report outlining successes, challenges, and recommendations for Meade's future internship programs.
• Document all program assets, schedules, and templates for transition to internal HR/L&D ownership.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in program management, university relations, or early-career development (engineering or technical industry preferred).
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to engage with executives, interns, and team members at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute structured programming with measurable outcomes.
• Highly adaptable and resourceful, able to adjust quickly to real-time needs and maintain program momentum.
• Comfortable working independently and managing both strategic design and tactical execution.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience designing or managing internship or rotational programs in a technical or professional services environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Education, or a related field.
• Background working with engineers or STEM students preferred.
• Familiarity with HR or project management systems (e.g., Asana, Monday, or similar).
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills; able to lead engaging sessions for both students and professionals.

MEI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws. We believe in equal employment opportunities for all and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.