Intern - Technical Program Manager, Distributed Intelligence (Summer 2026)

Itron • Raleigh, NC

50d • Hybrid

About The Position

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us. As a Technical Program Manager Intern, you will support cross-functional teams in planning, executing, and delivering technical projects that drive innovation and operational excellence. This internship offers hands-on experience in program management, stakeholder engagement, and technical problem-solving within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Duration 40 hours per week during summer 2026. The target start is May/June, and the internship concludes August/September, depending on student's academic schedule.

Requirements

• Education: enrolled in an accredited and related Associates, Bachelors or Masters degree program (Computer Science, Engineering, Business, Process Management or related)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Experience with tools like Azure DevOps Services or Microsoft Project

Nice To Haves

• Technical background or coursework in software development or systems engineering
• Experience in stakeholder management or cross-functional collaboration
• Exposure to cloud technologies, data analytics, or enterprise software platforms
• Exposure to software developments and frameworks

Responsibilities

• Assist in defining project scope, goals, and deliverables in alignment with business objectives
• Support the development and maintenance of project schedules, risk assessments, and resource plans
• Facilitate communication between engineering, product, and business teams
• Track progress and report status updates to stakeholders
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning and retrospectives
• Help identify process improvements and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Document project learnings and contribute to knowledge-sharing efforts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees