Co op - Junior Project Manager

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.
A Junior Project Manager at Ciena contributes to the successful delivery of customer-focused projects by ensuring planning, coordination, and financial tracking activities are executed accurately and consistently. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams to maintain organized project execution while supporting commercial and financial processes. The position follows a hybrid work model with three days per week in the office.
How you will make an impact:
Track project financials, including budgets, forecasts, expenses, and purchase orders
Validate costs and review time and expense entries against approved project plans
Maintain project plans, schedules, documentation, and organized project records
Coordinate resources, tasks, and deliverables across internal teams and partners
Prepare quotes, order documentation, and materials required for project initiation and approvals
Update project dashboards and contribute to status reports, presentations, and communications
Complete project closeout documentation and contribute to financial reconciliation activities
The must haves:
Education: Bachelor’s degree (or currently pursuing) in Business, Finance, Operations, or a related field
Attention to detail and organizational skills applied to project and financial data
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Utilization of Excel and standard business productivity tools
Written and verbal communication skills applied in a professional business setting
Nice to haves:
Internship or academic coursework related to project management, operations, or finance
Exposure to project management or CRM tools
Background supporting cross-functional or multi-disciplinary teams
Pay Range:
The hourly pay range for this position is $20.50 - $27.50
Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers students access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation pay as required by applicable laws.
At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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