project associate - individual contributor.portage, michiganposted today job detailssummary$28.77 - $33.77 per hourtemporaryhigh schoolcategorybusiness and financial operations occupations reference AB_5145222 job details Join our Medical Commercial division as a Project Associate. Working alongside experienced project managers and analysts, you will provide foundational coordination, administrative, and operational support for key internal initiatives that advance our mission to make healthcare better. This entry-to-early-career role offers hands-on training, exposure to cross-functional business processes, and the tools you need to build long-term project management skills.

Key Responsibilities Project Support:

Maintain project schedules, status trackers, shared documents, and basic project communications.

Meeting Management:

Schedule meetings, record comprehensive notes, and track action items across teams to ensure deadlines are met.

Data & Systems:

Enter and maintain project data using tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, and SAP; assist with basic budget tracking under supervision.

Cross-Functional Coordination:

Gather updates from internal departments, follow up on task deliverables, and escalate blockers to the project lead.

Qualifications Experience:

Minimum 1 year of professional work experience.

Technical Proficiency:

strong skills in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook). Familiarity with project tools (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project) is a plus.

Core Competencies:

Exceptional attention to detail, organization, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.

Communication:

Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills; comfortable asking questions and collaborating with diverse teams.

Growth Mindset:

strong curiosity, eagerness to learn project methodologies, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

salary:

$28.77 - $33.77 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5

PMeducation:

High SchoolResponsibilitiesTechnical Responsibilities:

• Supports project team members by helping maintain accurate schedules, status trackers, and meeting documentation.
• Assists with organizing and scheduling meetings, taking detailed meeting notes, and distributing action items to stakeholders.
• Helps track and follow up on task completion across teams, escalating missed deliverables to the project lead.
• Learns to use project tools and platforms (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, SAP, etc.) to input and update project data.
• Participates in project team meetings as a note-taker and observer, gradually contributing insights or suggestions.
• Collects and organizes project information from various departments to support status updates and team alignment.
• Supports the preparation of basic project communications such as draft updates, presentations, or summary reports.
• Assists with light data entry or budget tracking under supervision.
• Builds familiarity with project management terminology, tools, and methodologies.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.