Project Coordinator Intern Salary in the United States

How much does a Project Coordinator Intern make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Coordinator Intern in the United States is $52,048 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, a Project Coordinator Intern's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,635
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,536 to $57,590
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,428
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Project Coordinator Intern Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $57,590 $4,799 $1,107 $28
Average $52,048 $4,337 $1,001 $25
25th Percentile $47,536 $3,961 $914 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Project Coordinator Intern Salaries

A Project Coordinator Intern's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Project Coordinator Intern Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Coordinator Intern's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $41,321
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $46,310
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $51,641
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,663
  • Expert (over 8 years): $80,379
Levels Salary
Logistics... Level Project Coordinator Intern$41,321
Logistics... Level Project Coordinator Intern$46,310
Project C... Level Project Coordinator Intern$51,641
Logistics... Level Project Coordinator Intern$62,663
Logistics... Level Project Coordinator Intern$80,379
$41,321 0 yr
$46,310 < 2 yrs
$51,641 2-4 yrs
$62,663 5-8 yrs
$80,379 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Project Coordinator Intern Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Project Coordinator Interns. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $57,628.
  • California: $57,409.
  • Massachusetts: $56,644.

Top Paying Cities for Project Coordinator Interns

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $65,648
  • San Francisco: $64,930
  • Oakland: $63,561

What Skills Can Increase a Project Coordinator Intern's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 7.59% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • ERP (Mentioned in 1.11% Job Postings): Enterprise resource planning (ERP) refers to a type of software that organizations use to manage day-to-day business activities such as accounting, procurement, project management, risk management and compliance, and supply chain operations.
  • Container (Mentioned in 0.94% Job Postings): Container is an object used for or capable of holding, esp for transport or storage, such as a carton, box, etc.
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Customer Service 7.59%
ERP 1.11%
Container 0.94%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Project Coordinator Intern's salary.
  • KPI: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Building Relationships: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Decision Making: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
KPI
 $60,376
16%
Building Relationships
 $57,774
11%
Decision Making
 $57,253
10%
Analysis
 $56,212
8%
Procurement
 $56,212
8%
Inventory Management
 $55,692
7%
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Project Coordinator Intern Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Project Coordinator Intern roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 10% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 5% above the average. In contrast, Project Coordinator Intern positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Project Coordinator Intern as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Project Coordinator Intern

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$54,651$26.05%

How Education impacts a Project Coordinator Intern's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Project Coordinator Interns enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Project Coordinator Intern with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $55,050 and $58,558).

Project Coordinator Intern Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Project Coordinator Intern
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.1%
High School 42.5%
Associates 15.4%
Bachelors 33.5%
Masters 4.5%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Project Coordinator Intern Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Coordinator Intern's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$47,536
Average $52,048/year
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Average $4,337/month
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Average $25/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $57,590 $4,799 $1,107 $28
Average $52,048 $4,337 $1,001 $25
25th Percentile $47,536 $3,961 $914 $23

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Salary Trends for Project Coordinator Intern

Salaries for a Project Coordinator Intern can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $46,591 in 2023 to around $46,450 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Project Coordinator Intern salary trends, .

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FAQ about Project Coordinator Intern

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Project Coordinator Intern?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Project Coordinator Intern roles, with salaries approximately 5% above the market median.

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