Project Management Intern, Sandton

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Support Project Managers in the planning and execution of system integration projectsAssist with project scheduling, tracking milestones, and maintaining project plansCoordinate with internal teams (engineering, sales, finance, operations) to ensure alignmentPrepare project documentation, reports, and status updatesTrack project risks, issues, and dependencies and escalate where requiredAssist in managing project budgets, purchase orders, and invoicing processesSupport customer communication and ensure timely follow-upsMaintain accurate records in project management tools and systemsParticipate in project meetings and capture key actions and decisions

Learning Outcomes

Exposure to end-to-end project lifecycle managementUnderstanding of system integration and mission-critical technologiesStakeholder management across technical and commercial teamsPractical experience with project tools, reporting, and governance

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree (or final year) in:Engineering (Electrical, Electronic, Industrial)Information Systems / ITBusiness Management or related fieldStrong academic recordNo prior work experience required (internship or part-time experience advantageous)

Skills & Competencies

Strong organisational and planning skillsClear communication (written and verbal)Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasksProblem-solving mindset and willingness to learnAbility to work in a team and engage with diverse stakeholdersBasic understanding of project management principles (advantageous)Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Behavioural Attributes

Proactive and takes ownership of tasksReliable and accountableCurious and open to feedbackProfessional in approach and communicationAble to work in a structured, process-driven environment

Why Join Motorola Solutions

Exposure to global projects and industry-leading technologyStructured learning and developmentOpportunity to build a foundation in project managementCollaborative and high-performance team environment

Basic Requirements

Ability to analyze problems and solve them creativelyExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to plan, organize and manage multiple projects simultaneouslyPositive and professional attitude with the ability to adapt to a dynamic and changing environmentDemonstrated ability to communicate issues and provide outreach using multiple medias (e-mails, telephone, etc.)Proficiency with MS office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, Visio, etc.)

Travel Requirements

Under 10%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Intern

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Company

Motorola Solutions South Africa (Proprietary) Limited

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.