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Overview

Confidential Client is hiring a Program Manager Trainee to join their team in Costa Mesa, CA. This is a hands-on, entry-level opportunity designed to train motivated candidates toward roles in program and operations management. The role includes day-to-day operational support, project coordination, and a clear development path toward independent project ownership and future management responsibilities.

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Compensation & Location

Confidential Client estimates a salary of approximately $44,032 per year (estimated). This position is based in Costa Mesa, CA.

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Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to the Manager on program and operational activities.
• Assist with project coordination, scheduling, documentation, and task follow-up.
• Track project timelines, deadlines, priorities, and outstanding action items.
• Coordinate with internal departments and team members to keep projects moving.
• Organize project information, documents, reports, and other operational materials.
• Participate in meetings, document action items, and follow up with responsible parties.
• Learn the organization’s operations, management processes, and internal workflows.
• Assist the Manager in handling day-to-day operational issues and unexpected situations.
• Gradually take ownership of assigned projects and manage them from planning through completion.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and potential risks, and propose practical solutions.
• Help develop and improve SOPs, workflows, tracking systems, and internal processes.
• Take on additional project management and coordination responsibilities as skills develop.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; entry-level candidates and recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively across departments and with diverse team members.
• Strong sense of responsibility and ownership; proactive attitude and initiative.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to learn new systems, processes, and responsibilities quickly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or similar productivity tools.
• Interest in developing a long-term career in program management, operations, or management.
• Bilingual Mandarin language skills — preferred (title indicates bilingual role).

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Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is organized, responsible, proactive, and eager to grow into a management role. This position suits someone who wants a progressive career path: Supporting a Manager → Coordinating Projects → Independently Managing Projects → Taking on Management Responsibilities. Expect a mix of hands-on execution and increasing leadership/ownership as you develop.

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Why Apply via Careertakes

Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform; applicants may receive access to additional matched opportunities. If selected for this role, you will be employed by Confidential Client. Careertakes follows best practices used by third-party recruiters to present clear role expectations and support efficient candidate matching.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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