Student Opportunities

Students

PMINEO-PDD8.jpgProject management is one of the fastest-growing professions in 2025. According to current projections, employers will need to fill nearly 2.2 million new project-oriented roles each year through 2027 to keep pace with growing demand. Additional opportunities are also being created as much of the available talent is reaching retirement age and exciting the workforce.

Did you know, PMI® recently found that salaries of practitioners with the Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification are 20 percent higher on average than those without a PMP? The combination of plentiful opportunities and the potential for a higher earning potential creates a positive job outlook for university students looking to jump-start their career.

Get on Board

PMINEO's Student Leadership Development team partners with universities across Northeast Ohio to connect students with needed resources to earn the CAPM® certification or to pursue a PMP. Attending a monthly chapter meeting can unlock new educational and networking opportunities.

Networking Events

Members attending monthly PMINEO chapter meetings build professional connections that may lead to job opportunities.

Volunteer Opportunities

Gain experience, meet others and obtain PDUs. Want to get involved?

Exclusive Access to PMI Publications

Stay informed with PMI's standards and publications, including global standards like the PMBOK® Guide, the Standard for Program Management – Fifth Edition and more.

Student-Focused Workshops

Our team holds events geared toward college students and professionals early in their career such as speed mentoring, resume workshops, and more. Details about these can be found on the Events Calendar.

Have questions? Contact us.

Introducing PMINEO’s New Director of Student Leadership Development

Crys S. Curkendoll-Draconi, PMP

PMINEO is pleased to welcome Crys as our new Director of Student Leadership Development. With more than 15 years of experience in program administration, curriculum development and organizational leadership—most recently at Cleveland Clinic South Pointe Hospital—Crys brings deep expertise in mentoring, education, and strategic program growth.

In this role, Crys will lead PMINEO’s Academic Outreach initiative, which connects with colleges and universities across Northeast Ohio to introduce students to careers in project management. This includes classroom presentations, participation in campus events, and building relationships with academic partners.

We are looking for members interested in supporting Academic Outreach through:

  • Presenting in classrooms
  • Staffing information tables
  • Coordinating on‑campus events

If you'd like to help inspire future project managers, contact Crys at: studentldrdev@pmineo.org