Introduction
We are seeking a talented student to join our Global Marketing team as Project Manager. You are studying, or curious about project management, localization, and/or international marketing. You are comfortable with a fast-paced work environment and fixed-date delivery schedules. This is a unique opportunity to work cross-functionally with international teams, helping deliver high-quality localized content that supports the launch of iRobot products worldwide. You enjoy planning, scheduling, and setting expectations with program stakeholders. You are curious and always seek optimization opportunities to help iRobot achieve its global business objectives.This is a full–time internship from August – December. Students must have the ability to work 40 hours (M-F) for the entire duration. Hybrid role.
What You Will Do:
Manage project management queue from start to finish, including requests from internal stakeholders, identifying, and bridging gaps, tracking deadlines, and driving projects to completion
Collaborate closely with internal teams, regional stakeholders, and external agencies to ensure clear and timely communication throughout each project’s lifecycle.
Actively engage with internal stakeholders to educate them on rules of engagement and best options for their needs
Assist in forecasting project volume and localization workload for external/internal stakeholders.
Utilize internal project management and ticketing systems (such as Smartsheet) to track, manage, and report on project status.
Help ensure consistency, accuracy, and quality across content delivered by our external agency.
Participate in cross-functional team meetings to understand how the localization team supports product, digital, and marketing initiatives.
Document changes and improvements to current best practices
Meet and exceed regional experience expectations
To Be Successful You Will Have:
Currently pursuing or just completed a Bachelor's degree in International Business, Communications, Marketing, Project Management or related field
Must have the ability to work full-time from August through December (40 hours; M-F) as a co-op
Familiarity with Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), as well as MS Outlook
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
A consistent "can do" attitude
Adaptability and flexibility
Comfortable with ambiguity
Excellent written and verbal communication
Meticulous about details
Foreign language is a plus
Top Skills
iRobot Bedford, Massachusetts, USA Office
8 Crosby Drive, Bedford, MA, United States, 01730
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