Project Management Analyst Intern

Who We Are:

West Yost is a water resource management and engineering firm focused exclusively on water. Since our founding in 1990, we have partnered with public agencies including cities, counties, utilities, and water districts to plan, design, and deliver water, wastewater, and stormwater solutions that support safe, reliable, and resilient communities.

Our team of more than 260 professionals brings together expertise in groundwater, water supply, treatment, infrastructure, recycled water, stormwater, construction management, and operations technology. We support projects from early planning and permitting through design and construction and complement our engineering services with program management and public outreach to help clients move work forward and engage their communities.

We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®, and to be recognized among Fortune’s® Best Workplaces in Consulting and Professional Services from 2023 to 2025, as well as a top-ranked firm in the AEC Advisors Diversity Index. At West Yost, we are committed to being the water firm of choice for our clients and our team, advancing water resources for future generations through strong partnerships, practical solutions, and a shared commitment to quality.

 

Pay rate: $21hr.  Based on our Phoenix, AZ office location.  (West Yost uses geographic salary differentials that would apply for candidates in other regions). 

Status: Variable hour – Non-Exempt

Location:  Phoenix, AZ  (https://www.westyost.com/locations/ ).

 This is an in-office position for all hours worked.

Project Management Analyst Intern

Basic Job Function

Project Management Analyst Intern plays a vital role in supporting project teams and technical staff with a focus on project support and administrative assistance. This position assists in the development and maintenance of project schedules, budgets, and communication platforms, ensuring smooth project execution. Additionally, this role provides critical administrative support for internal and external client communications and coordinates with sub-consultants to ensure all project objectives are met.  This role offers the opportunity to Apply AI and automation tools to real-world project workflows, improve efficiency across reporting, documentation, and coordination processes, and help shape modern, scalable project operations.  The Project Management Analyst Intern works closely with Project Management Specialist to maintain quality control, streamline workflows, and contribute to the success of each project from initiation to completion.

Project Support:

1. Support project teams in achieving project scope, schedule, and budget objectives.
2. Support Project Management Specialist in workload planning and forecasting for project teams.
3. Support the development and update of project schedules and be responsible for informing team members of schedule challenges.
4. Review project budgets, alerting Project Management Specialist of any potential shortfalls.
5. Prepare monthly invoices and progress reports for Project Management Specialist’s review.
6. Update and maintain project communication platforms, such as SharePoint and file-sharing sites.
7. Develop templates, workflows, and controls in support of QA/QC procedures.

Process Automation & Tool Optimization

1. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency using tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, or similar AI assistants
2. Support automation of:
• Reporting workflows
• Data validation and recurring tasks
3. Develop and maintain repeatable, scalable workflows

 Qualifications

Required Education and/or Experience

1. 0-1 year experience in project support
2. Advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint, with interest in leveraging automation or AI tools to improve workflows.
3. Organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
4. Friendly and professional demeanor.

Preferred Education and/or Experience

1. Ability to effectively support multiple projects simultaneously.
2. Strong interpersonal skills demonstrating a consistent commitment and ability to work with diverse work groups and individuals.
3. Ability to be organized, accurate, and timely.
4. Highly developed document and graphic imagery editing and technical writing skills with strong attenti