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Project Manager Intern

We are seeking students in Business Administration, Information Systems or related fields for our 2026 summer internship program. Interns will be competitively selected to join our Retirement Solutions team. We offer hands-on experience in a casual, yet professional work environment, making it an excellent place to learn and grow. Interns will be based at our corporate headquarters in Springfield, Illinois (temporary housing may be available). Applicants must be available for full-time work from mid-May to mid-August 2026.

Core Responsibilities :

• Day-to-day project task management.
• Scheduling meetings with project teams.
• Assisting in documentation.
• Participating in other project management activities.
• Work on small project teams to configure and customize PensionGold software for customers.
• Utilize various project management tools, including Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Azure DevOps.
• Engage in multiple implementation projects to gain insights into different approaches.
• Participate in various workstreams across multiple implementation projects to gain knowledge of different approaches.

Performance Factors :

Success in our intern positions requires translating textbook knowledge into practical, real-world applications. Key qualities include self-motivation, persistence, strong communication skills, and attention to detail. These attributes will help you make a significant impact on our team while gaining valuable experience for your future.

Applicant Requirements :

Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field, or have one year of professional working experience in a Project Management role.

Organization Structure and Interfaces :

LRS Retirement Solutions has been the leading provider of defined benefit pension administration software and services since 1987. Designed for today's emerging web technologies, our PensionGold software is a browser-based retirement solution with comprehensive features tailored specifically for defined benefit pension plans. The LRS Retirement Solutions group is one of several divisions within LRS. The division Vice President leads a group of managers overseeing Implementations, Product Development, Product Support, and Sales. As a member of the Implementations team, you will report to a manager and interact regularly with team members, other employees, and customers. A typical implementation project team comprises 5-6 key resources, supplemented by additional resources as needed to meet the specific requirements of each project. This internship is a temporary, full-time internship for summer 2026 with a pay rate of $18 / hour. Internships have the potential to lead to permanent positions based on the future needs of the organization. Temporary housing may be available.

LRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer : LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. Learn more about LRS at www.LRS.jobs The deadline to apply is November 11, 2025.