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Midland Heart

Project Management Assistant (Technology) - Internship (12 Months)

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Birmingham, United kingdom

Internship

13-01-2026

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Skills

Communication Monitoring Business Management Project Management

Job Specifications

Shape the future of housing – support real projects that deliver change for colleagues and tenants.

We're a housing association, here to provide safe, affordable homes and to build stronger communities across the Midlands. And we're offering students the chance to intern in our Project Management Team — where you'll gain hands-on experience supporting business change, technology projects, and portfolio management in a fast-paced dynamic organisation.

12-Month Internship: Starting 7th September 2026

Your Role:

You'll apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges – working alongside experienced Project Management professionals whilst gaining insight into project planning, governance, portfolio management and stakeholder engagement within a professional Project Management Office (PMO). You'll develop a first-hand appreciation of how our Project Management team support projects that improve services, systems, and ways of working — directly benefiting colleagues and tenants.

Your day to day will see you:

Assisting the PMO in coordinating business change and technology projects.
Helping prepare project documentation, including plans, reports, and risk logs.
Contributing to portfolio management activities, monitoring progress against business priorities.
Supporting Project Managers and Business Analysts with stakeholder engagement and communications.
Taking part in project work, mentoring, and development activities as part of your internship.

What we're looking for:

Currently studying (or recently completed) a degree in Project Management, Business Management, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
Strong organisational skills and an interest in structured project delivery.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Confidence using Microsoft Office tools, with an interest in project management systems.
Enthusiasm, openness to feedback, and a genuine desire to learn.

How to apply:

Applications close on Sunday 15th February 2026.

Apply online – Complete a short online application form.
Recoded Video Interview – Bring your application to life by answering a few recorded questions.
Assessment Centre – Shortlisted candidate will be invited to take part in our group assessment event, taking place between 25th – 27th March 2026.
Final Interview – Interview with the hiring manager to showcase your career ambitions.
Start your journey- Start with Midland Heart in September 2026.

Please note that should we reach a desired number of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert ahead of the stated closing date.

About the Company

With over 35,000 properties, we’re a well-established, leading housing organisation in the Midlands. We're one team working together for our tenants, making sure they have a safe, quality, affordable place to call home. Know more