About the role#
This is a full-time Product Manager Co-op position for the Winter 2027 term. You will work in a hybrid capacity based in Durham, North Carolina. This is a paid internship opportunity.
What you'll do#
- Observe and learn from market and business analysis to understand product definition, roadmaps, pricing, and channel strategy.
- Explore how to analyze competitive landscapes and identify opportunities for innovation.
- Participate in managing the product lifecycle from inception through growth, maturity, and end of life stages.
- Engage with cross-functional teams to deliver successful products.
- Contribute to defining partnership and ecosystem strategy for product execution.
- Assist in maximizing relationships with design, marketing, engineering, sales, and service teams.
- Learn from experts in the field to develop your skills and understanding of industry trends.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Business Administration program.
- Basic understanding of market and business analysis concepts.
- Interest in managing the product lifecycle.
- Exposure to defining partnership and ecosystem strategies.
- Curiosity about collaborating with teams like design, engineering, and sales.
- Basic understanding of industry trends and best practices in product management.
- Exposure to analyzing competitive landscapes.
Location & details#
- Location: Durham, North Carolina
- Term: Winter 2027
- Modality: Hybrid
- Employment type: Full-time internship
About IBM
IBM provides IT services and consulting to a global client base. The company develops technology solutions across areas such as cloud computing, security, analytics, and infrastructure. It operates as a public organization with more than 10,001 employees. The corporate headquarters are located in Armonk, New York.
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