About the role#
As a Product Manager Intern, you will transition your technical background into real-world software delivery. Working within a small team of engineers, you will help build features for the AI-Powered Process Automation platform. This role involves moving beyond theoretical coursework to act as an embedded product manager, where you will collaborate with stakeholders and define acceptance criteria for enterprise-grade software.
What you'll do#
- Own the Agile Backlog: Act as the embedded product owner for an engineering squad by managing backlog prioritization, feature sizing, and sprint planning.
- Drive Collaborative Discovery: Analyze technical specifications and gather feedback through design sessions, user experience reviews, and usability mockups.
- Define Product Roadmaps: Partner with product leaders to structure enterprise software roadmaps, balancing strategic investments with feature delivery.
- Practice Stakeholder Negotiation: Use data-driven negotiation to manage conflicting stakeholder demands and developer constraints.
- Conduct Impact Analysis: Monitor post-launch usability metrics and user success parameters to ensure releases meet customer needs.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
- Must be returning to school following the completion of the Summer 2027 internship.
- Proven fluency in AI and LLMs, including strategic development and hands-on application.
- Ability to commit to a full-time 40-hour work week for the 10-week summer program.
- Prior experience in a technical internship or a portfolio of significant personal or academic projects.
- Note: Appian will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position.
Location & details#
- Location: McLean, Virginia (Headquarters).
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: This is an on-site role requiring 5 days per week in the office.
- Compensation: This position is paid at $50.00 per hour.
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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