Dayforce, a global leader in Human Capital Management (HCM) with headquarters in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, operates across North America, EMEA, and APJ regions. Our Cloud HCM platform, recognized for its unified database and continuous calculation engine, enhances efficiency, productivity, and compliance for global workforces. We are committed to "Making Work Life Better™" for employees, customers, and partners worldwide.
As an Intern at Dayforce, you’ll gain real-world experience with meaningful responsibilities, access to development programs, and the chance to collaborate globally, bringing new ideas and optimizing processes across multiple business units.
Job Title: Project Manager Intern
Location: Virtual
Duration: Winter 2026 – 4 months (January 2026 – April 2026)
Availability: *Full-time availability of 37.5 – 40 hours weekly is required to be eligible for this opportunity.
Benefits for Students:
Experience working for one of the fastest growing Human Capital Management technology companies in the world Access to Dayforce’s development programs and resources
Ability to work with as well as create relationships with members across the globe
Autonomy to bring forth new ideas and optimize existing structures within the organization
Meaningful responsibilities, enabling you to obtain ‘real-world’ experience
Dynamic hands-on exposure to multiple business-units and stakeholders across Dayforce
About the opportunity:
The Dayforce Platform Architecture team is comprised of high-calibre, hands-on software professionals who aim to provide technical leadership and stewardship of the Dayforce product. The team enables Dayforce HCM’s technical success by building performant, scalable, and secure core components, frameworks, and customer-facing technical features and by providing build processes, tools, and expertise to enhance developer productivity. The team also enhances the maintainability and supportability of Dayforce HCM by building environment management and operational management applications and tools.
Reporting to the Sr. Development Manager of Platform Architecture, the Project Manager Intern is responsible for supporting Dayforce's methodology development, creating tools/templates, and documenting business requirements. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout Dayforce's Development department to drive exceptional global delivery practices and standardized approaches. It is an incredible opportunity to work with some of the world's most seasoned experts on a global scale.
What you’ll get to do:
Support the global transformation of Dayforce’s delivery methodology by creating the templates and tools used to implement Dayforce for our customers
Partner with Program/Project Managers to document business requirements
Provide teams with the information, content, and tools needed to effectively adopt process standards that deliver value to our customers
Maintain and support existing business processes, tools, and practices
Facilitate Platform Architect events, or programs
Other ad hoc projects as required
Skills and experience we value:
In 3rd or 4th year pursuit of degree in Project Management, Business Management or equivalent
Ability to balance and apply critical thinking to our products and processes
Self-starter that can work through ambiguous requirements to prioritize and establish a plan for execution
Positive attitude with drive and capacity to learn quickly
Acute attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong facilitation and presentation skills
What would really make you stand out:
Prior industry experience (HR Technology/HCM/SaaS)
Passion for, or experience in, Project Management
What’s in it for you
Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment.
We encourage individuals to apply based on their passions.
Dayforce encourages personal and professional growth. We offer excellent time away from work programs, comprehensive wellness initiatives and recognition through competitive pay and benefits.
With a commitment to community impact, including volunteer days and our charity, Dayforce Cares we provide opportunities for you to thrive both in your career and personal life. Our focus is not just on your job but on supporting you to be the best version of yourself.
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