AI Product Management Intern

KEEN Footwear•Portland, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The AI Product Management Intern will help KEEN identify, design, test, and scale practical applications of AI that benefit employees, customers, and the business. The intern will work across teams to understand current workflows, identify friction and opportunities, and translate findings into use cases, prototypes, pilots, and recommendations. The role emphasizes human-centered and responsible AI, including attention to privacy, security, accuracy, bias, brand considerations, and human oversight. This is a 10-week, on-site internship at KEEN’s Global Headquarters in Portland, Oregon, running from June 14 through August 20. The intern will work 40 hours per week during the standard Monday–Friday workweek. Compensation is $22 per hour. Interns contribute to meaningful projects, collaborate with other KEENterns, and connect with colleagues and mentors. The position also offers product discounts, access to a subsidized cafeteria, and an inspiring workspace.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business, Psychology, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Operations, Computer Science, or a related field.
Demonstrated interest in artificial intelligence, product management, process improvement, innovation, or digital transformation.
Familiarity with large language models, retrieval-augmented generation, prompt design, AI agents, and concepts including model limitations, evaluation, data quality, and human oversight.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to solve problems, analyze information, synthesize findings, and turn them into clear recommendations.
Commitment to responsible handling of confidential information and sound judgment when using AI tools.
Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Able to commit to the 10-week program from mid-June through mid-August and work 40 hours per week during a standard Monday–Friday workweek.
Plan no more than four total days of vacation during the internship.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
Able to learn and adapt quickly to new software and tools.
Strong attention to detail when preparing presentations, reports, and other materials.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team.
Able to perform the essential functions of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation, including using a computer for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on AI-building experience demonstrated through projects, prototypes, coursework, research, or work experience.
Interest in outdoor activities, sustainability, footwear trends, and innovation.
A creative, detail-oriented, proactive, and action-oriented approach, with eagerness to learn and solve problems.

Responsibilities

Partner with teams across KEEN to map workflows, understand pain points, and identify high-potential AI opportunities.
Research emerging AI capabilities, tools, and relevant examples from consumer, retail, footwear, and other industries.
Help define AI use cases, including the problem, intended users, desired outcomes, risks, data needs, and measures of success.
Document pilots, lessons learned, adoption signals, and potential business value for leadership and project teams.
Create practical materials such as playbooks, workflow maps, use-case briefs, training resources, and communications to support understanding and adoption of new ways of working.
Contribute to responsible AI practices, considering privacy, security, accuracy, bias, brand, and human oversight.