Project Managment Intern at Parts Town in Addison, IL

Project Management Intern

See What We’re All About

As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC and residential appliance parts, we like to do things a little differently. First, you need to understand and demonstrate our Core Values with safety being your first priority. That’s key. But we’re also looking for unique enthusiasm, high integrity, courage to embrace change…and if you know a few jokes, that puts you on the top of our list!

Do you have a genius-level knowledge of original equipment manufacturer parts? If not, no problem! We’re more interested in passionate people with fresh ideas from different backgrounds. That’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We’re proud that our workplace has been recognized for its growth and innovation on the Inc. 5000 list 15 years in a row and the Crain’s Fast 50 list ten times. We are honored to be voted by our Chicagoland team as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for the last four years.

If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, go above and beyond and put your ambition to work, all while having some fun, let’s chat – Apply Today!

Perks

• Parts Town Pride – check out our virtual tour and culture!
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus
• Hybrid Work schedule
• Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
• Volunteer opportunities
• Monthly IT stipend
• Casual dress code
• On-demand pay options: Access your pay as you earn it, to cover unexpected or even everyday expenses
• All the traditional benefits like health insurance, 401k/401k match, employee assistance programs and time away – don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

The Job at a Glance

As a Project Management Intern, you’ll support the standardization and optimization of Parts Town’s project management practices. Working closely with PMO leadership, you’ll help build governance frameworks, standardized tools, and AI-driven reporting solutions used across strategic initiatives, including enterprise transformation and high-impact AI programs.

In addition, you’ll play a hands-on role supporting the governance and delivery of one of Parts Town’s top strategic AI initiatives. This project offers high visibility with senior leadership and the opportunity to contribute to work that drives meaningful business value.

This internship provides hands-on exposure to project portfolio management, PM tools like Monday.com and Jira, and real-world execution within complex, cross-functional initiatives.

A Typical Day

• Help develop and standardize project templates, tools, and best practices across the PMO
• Support governance processes for managing and reviewing the project portfolio
• Partner with PMO leadership to improve structure, visibility, and consistency across active projects
• Assist with building automated, AI-enabled project tracking, status updates, and executive reporting
• Contribute to the governance and coordination of a high-priority, enterprise AI initiative
• Analyze project and product data to identify trends, perform root cause analysis, and recommend improvements to AI-driven tools and workflows
• Participate in daily check-ins, project meetings, and stakeholder updates—including exposure to senior leadership forums
• Document processes and provide recommendations for continuous improvement

To Land This Opportunity

• You’re pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Business Analytics, Project Management, Management Information Systems, or a related field
• You have a foundational understanding of project lifecycles and delivery frameworks
• You’re interested in AI, emerging technologies, and how they can be applied to improve business processes
• You’re highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• You communicate clearly and are comfortable interacting with a range of stakeholders, including leadership
• You’re proactive, adaptable, and eager to contribute to high-impact, fast-moving initiatives

About Your Future Team

Our Strategy & PMO team thrives on solving complex challenges, connecting dots across functions, and accelerating growth. We bring together diverse experiences in strategy, operations, and project leadership to deliver real impact. We value curiosity, collaboration, and a bias for action—and we have fun while doing it.

At Parts Town, we value transparency and are committed to ensuring our team members feel appreciated and supported. We prioritize our positive workplace culture where collaboration, growth, and work-life balance are celebrated. The pay for this internship is $18.00 per hour.  Parts Town is a pay for performance-company. In addition to base pay, some roles offer a profit-sharing program, and an annual bonus depending on the role. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, employee assistance programs, paid time off, paid sick time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and professional development opportunities.

Parts Town welcomes diversity and as an equal opportunity employer all qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status