Internship Junior Project Manager GIS 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Location: Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Job ID: R0142021

Date Posted: 2026-08-20

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category): Administration & Facilities

Job Schedule:  Full time

Remote: No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We employ more than 40,000 people in 90 countries who each day work with purpose and use their different backgrounds to challenge the status quo. We welcome you to apply today and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.

We operate production facilities in Zurich Oerlikon and ship switchgears all over the world. Therefore, we are looking for an Intern for 12 months as a Junior Project Manager, who helps to bring these large projects to success as well as support our team to improve our day-to-day processes. Join our team!

How you'll make an impact

Taking over commercial and technical responsibility of one or more GIS customer project(s) (coached by an experienced project manager)

Plan project in terms of costs and time schedule

Drive engineering phase and make sure that technical issues are resolved quickly prepare and lead meetings with customer

Participation in various cost-out projects in collaboration with other departments

Improvement of process documentation (workflows, process visualization, continuous improvement process according to lean six sigma principles)

Improvement of project management Tools

Your background

Technical background (BSc or MSc in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering)

Knowledge of business administration and excellent communication skills

Experienced and interested in working with people at the interface of technology and commercial topics

Very good English skills, spoken and written

High commitment and ability to adapt to new situations

Self-driven personality who is willing to take responsibility

More about us

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

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Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.