About Hawthorn Photonics (US) Hawthorn Photonics (US), Inc. designs and manufactures advanced electro-optic and non-linear photonics components for high-performance commercial and government applications. Our work spans research and development through production, requiring close collaboration across disciplines. As part of the Hawthorn Photonics Group, which also includes Hawthorn Photonics (UK) (Southampton, UK) and Hawthorn Photonics (Spain) (Barcelona, Spain), Hawthorn Photonics (US) benefits from shared expertise and a broad technology portfolio across the photonics industry. Position Summary The Project Manager - Intern assists with the planning, execution, and successful delivery of projects within a fast-paced high technology engineering and manufacturing environment. This role provides hands-on exposure to project management practices while working with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and operations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to develop project management skills while contributing to the delivery of innovative products and technologies. Key Responsibilities Support program and project managers with project planning, scheduling, and tracking activities Attend project meetings, take meeting notes, and maintain action item lists Compile project status updates and reports for management and stakeholder review Follow up with team members regarding project deliverables and deadlines Review project performance reports and identify trends and key performance indicators (KPIs) Help collect and analyze project data to support decision making Support cross functional communication between engineering, production, quality, and supply chain teams Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and team problem solving activities Required Qualifications Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, manufacturing, operations, supply chain, or related field Strong organizational and time management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical abilities Eagerness to learn in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Preferred Qualifications Hands on experience with lithography/patterning of optical waveguide structures. Experience in creating project schedules and using project management tools Familiarity with project management methodologies How to Apply Please submit applications with cover letter to contact@advr-inc.com.