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Project Management Trainee

Average Project Management Trainee Salary

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$88,768
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$58k
MEDIAN
$89k
90%
$129k

The average salary for a Project Management Trainee is $88,768 in 2025

Base Salary
$58k - $129k
Bonus
$1k - $17k
Profit Sharing
$970 - $13k
Commission
$2k - $59k
Total Pay
$55k - $139k
Based on 5,705 salary profiles (last updated Jan 05 2022)
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4 out of 5
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Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Project Management Trainee

Medical
84%
Dental
77%
Vision
70%
None
15%

Gender Breakdown for Project Management Trainees

Male
54.6%
Female
44.9%
Prefer to self-define
0.5%
This data is based on 3,449 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Project Management Trainees

What is the highest pay for Project Management Trainees?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Project Management Trainee is $129k / year

What is the lowest pay for Project Management Trainees?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Project Management Trainee is $58k / year

How can Project Management Trainees increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Project Management Trainee is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Project Management Trainee that oversees more junior Project Management Trainees, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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