About the role#
The Life Fitness / Hammer Strength Summer 2027 Internship Program offers hands-on experience in product development across software, hardware, and connected fitness technologies. You will work on projects aligned with your academic background while receiving mentorship from experienced professionals. This role involves driving initiatives that support product innovation, customer experience, and business growth.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with product, design, and engineering teams to turn business requirements into features and user stories.
- Support the collection and analysis of market research, competitive intelligence, and customer feedback.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and backlog refinement.
- Assist in defining product requirements, tracking project progress, and documenting priorities.
- Work with Console Hardware, Biomechanics, Cardio, and Engineering teams to support cross-functional alignment.
- Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities for product improvement.
- Contribute to a business-critical project and collaborate with other interns on a 12-week cross-functional case study.
- Help facilitate the delivery of console software enhancements.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a full-time bachelor's degree program with an expected graduation in 2028 or 2029.
- Pursuing a degree in Business, Product Management, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Marketing, or a related field.
- Strong academic standing, preferably with a minimum 3.2 GPA.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Demonstrated initiative and an eagerness to learn.
Location & details#
- Location: Rosemont, Illinois (Must be local to the Chicagoland area).
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About Life Fitness / Hammer Strength
Life Fitness and Hammer Strength produce cardio and strength training equipment. The company designs products based on human biomechanics for athletes and general users. It began in 1968 with the invention of an electronic exercise bike. The organization is based in Rosemont, Illinois, and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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