About the role#
As a Product Manager Intern at Appian, you will join our university cohort to work within a small team of engineers. You will move beyond theory to help build features for our AI-Powered Process Automation platform. This is a 10-week, full-time summer program based at our headquarters in McLean, Virginia. You will be embedded with an engineering squad to deliver real-world software.
What you'll do#
- Own the Agile Backlog: Manage backlog prioritization, feature sizing, and sprint planning.
- Drive Collaborative Discovery: Analyze technical specifications and gather feedback through design sessions, UX reviews, and usability mockups.
- Define Product Roadmaps: Partner with senior leaders to structure software roadmaps that balance strategic goals with feature delivery.
- Practice Stakeholder Negotiation: Use data to navigate conflicting stakeholder demands and developer constraints.
- Conduct Impact Analysis: Monitor post-launch usability metrics and track user success to ensure releases meet customer needs.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
- You must be returning to school after the Summer 2027 internship.
- Proven fluency in AI and LLMs, including both strategic development and hands-on application.
- Ability to work 40 hours per week for the full 10-week duration.
- Prior experience in a technical internship or a portfolio of significant personal or academic projects.
Location & details#
- Location: McLean, Virginia.
- Modality: This is an on-site role. Interns are expected to be in the office 5 days a week.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $50.00 per hour.
- Sponsorship: Appian does not provide sponsorship for this position.
About Appian
Appian builds software for AI automation and business process management. The company serves large enterprises and government agencies. Founded in 1999, it is based in McLean, Virginia. It employs over 2,500 people and operates as a public company.
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