Information Technology Project & Agile Support Co-op

We are currently hiring a Information Technology Project & Agile Support Co-op in Boston MA. This is a 6-month co-op, running from July – December 2026.

We’re looking for a motivated, detail-oriented co-op to support our IT Applications team across Agile/SCRUM delivery, project management coordination, and business prioritization. You’ll help keep work flowing—ensuring boards are clean, SCRUM meetings run smoothly, stakeholders are informed, and prioritization is consistent. This is a hands-on opportunity to apply classroom concepts, learn enterprise tools, and contribute measurable impact. 

What you’ll Brew 

SCRUM & Agile Support 

• Assist with daily stand-ups: take notes, track action items, and update team boards (e.g., JIRA, Confluence). 
• Update backlog items: refine user stories, add acceptance criteria, and ensure tasks are documented. 
• Prepare for sprint planning: organize backlog items, gather stakeholder requirements, and compile pre-read reports. 
• Monitor sprint health: track and publish burndown charts and sprint progress metrics. 

Project Management Support 

• Maintain IT application project documentation: plans, meeting minutes, and decision logs. 
• Prepare weekly or biweekly status reports for leadership and stakeholders. 
• Log and track risks/issues; follow up on mitigation actions with owners. 
• Coordinate resources: schedule meetings, manage calendars, and ensure dependencies are visible and tracked. 

Business Prioritization & Analysis 

• Assist with determination of business value through IT development. 
• Collect inputs from business units on priorities and requirements. 
• Assist in creating/updating prioritization matrices (value/effort/risk) to rank requests. 
• Analyze historical data to identify patterns in requests and backlog items. 
• Draft concise summaries and presentations for prioritization meetings. 

Learning & Development 

• Shadow Application and Product Managers. 
• Learn Agile principles and project management methodologies. 
• Gain exposure to IT systems and business processes. 

What Ingredients You’ll Bring 

Minimum Qualifications 

Core 

• Strong organization and attention to detail; able to keep boards and documentation current. 
• Clear written and verbal communication; concise meeting notes and stakeholder-ready summaries. 
• Analytical thinking; comfortable interpreting trends and metrics. 

Technical 

• Familiarity with Agile tooling (e.g., Jira) and documentation platforms (e.g., Confluence). 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel for matrices/dashboards; PowerPoint for updates; Word for logs/templates). 
• Understanding of Agile & SCRUM concepts (sprints, ceremonies, backlog grooming, user stories, acceptance criteria). 

Soft Skills 

• Collaboration across IT and business stakeholders; reliable follow-through. 
• Time management and adaptability in fast-paced environments. 
• Proactive mindset: spots blockers early and suggests improvements. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience with data analysis or simple dashboards. 
• Exposure to risk/issue management. 
• Basic understanding of IT systems and business processes. 

In accordance with pay transparency laws the rate for this role if hired is $18 - $20 an hour. 

Boston Beer Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to help ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who wish to request accommodation in the job application process can contact jobs@bostonbeer.com for assistance.