Project Manager Analyst – Co-op/Intern

Job summary

The intern will lead release management projects by defining scope, goals, and budgets while collaborating with engineering teams and suppliers. They will also support material procurement, maintain project documentation, and assist in the onboarding of future co-op cohorts.

Job details

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Lumentum Canada was awarded the 2022 National Capital Region’s Top Employers for the 6th consecutive year and the 2022 Career Directory Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates for the 5th consecutive year. Position Title: Project Manager Analyst Employment Type: Student – Co-op, existing vacancy Location: Ottawa ON, Onsite About Lumentum At Lumentum, we’re building the tech behind the world’s fastest networks and most advanced systems. Our optical and photonic solutions power everything from AI and cloud computing to data centers, telecom, and advanced manufacturing. We’re a global team of innovators working where light meets technology, solving big challenges that keep the world connected and moving forward. If shaping the future of connectivity excites you, you’ll fit right in. Why You’ll Love This Role Lumentum is seeking an enthusiastic and innovative student to join the Optical Communication Transport Engineering team in Ottawa, Ontario. As a member of the Program Management Office, you will be leading Release Management projects that will help maintain and grow our business. You will work with Lumentum engineers, as well as our overseas factories, suppliers and contract manufacturers to improve product cost, security of supply and manufacturing capacity. You will be joining a company that is expanding and changing rapidly. Lumentum’s products are designed to make AI datacenters more power-efficient, thereby alleviating the industry’s current concerns about water consumption in a very significant way. What You’ll Be Doing Take ownership of critical projects as the lead Project Manager, defining and documenting project scope, goals, budget, and deliverables with support from the Program Management Office and other stakeholders Develop and create the project structure and maintain thorough documentation in Confluence Support the development and implementation of a broad, coordinated set of plans and schedules to meet the goals and priorities of Lumentum Regularly collaborate with the Senior Program Manager to monitor and control project schedules with engineering teams and communicate project status (technical and programmatic) to stakeholders and management Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion by leading regular occurring meetings Support the development process by ordering and tracking the program’s material procurement through Oracle Enterprise Manager Actively participate in hiring and onboarding the next cohort of co-ops, and develop training resources What We’re Looking For Education: Working towards a bachelor’s degree in engineering or business with an interest in Project or Program Management, returning to school starting September 2028 Skills: Excellent leadership skills, combining critical thinking with empathetic and diplomatic communication Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong organizational skills Ability to work in ambiguous situations and define a path to resolution Demonstrated ability to form collaborative and cooperative working relationships in all interactions Motivated team player, self-starter and detail-oriented The following would be considered an asset: Previous co-op experience Involvement in extra-curricular activities Working knowledge of Miro, Confluence, JIRA, Oracle, Agile, or Tableau Perks You’ll Love Free parking Free gym Cafeteria with subsidized meals and free coffee/tea Prayer room Games room Pay Range: $24-35/hr Candidates must be eligible to complete a background check as part of the hiring process Join a Team That’s Shaping the Future At Lumentum, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a launchpad for creativity and innovation. We’re committed to celebrating your unique talents and helping you grow. Our guiding principles—Innovate, Engage, Deliver, Excel, and Win—aren’t just words; they’re the heart of what we do. Let’s Build a Brighter Future Together! We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Your uniqueness makes us stronger, sparks creativity, and drives our success. Please contact us at talentacquisition@lumentum.com to request accommodation. Join us—your future starts here!

What you’ll do

The intern will lead release management projects by defining scope, goals, and budgets while collaborating with engineering teams and suppliers. They will also support material procurement, maintain project documentation, and assist in the onboarding of future co-op cohorts.

Requirements

Candidates must be working towards a bachelor's degree in engineering or business with an interest in project management. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are required, along with the ability to work in ambiguous environments.

Benefits

• Free parking • Free gym • Subsidized meals • Free coffee and tea • Prayer room • Games room

Listed skills

• Tableau · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Detail-oriented · Preferred
• Jira · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Agile · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Oracle · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project management
• Leadership
• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Organizational skills
• Problem solving
• Collaboration
• Detail-oriented
• Confluence
• JIRA
• Oracle
• Agile
• Tableau
• Miro
• Engineering
• Business
• Oracle Agile
• Empathy
• Atlassian Confluence
• Project Schedules
• Self-Starter
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Project Scoping
• Organizational Skills
• Diplomacy
• Advanced Manufacturing
• Telecommunications
• Management
• Customer Service
• Cloud Computing
• Procurement
• Creativity
• Critical Thinking
• Data Centers
• Innovation
• Project Management
• Employee Onboarding
• Optical Communication
• Program Management
• Project Management Office (PMO)
• Release Management
• Tableau (Business Intelligence Software)
• Transport Engineering
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Oracle Enterprise Manager
• Water Consumption
• Enthusiasm
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Technology
• Manufacturing
• Software
• Human Resources Co-Op/Intern
• Project Manager (General)
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Project Management Specialists