Product Manager Intern

Appian • McLean, VA

122d

About The Position

Here at Appian, our core values of Respect, Work to Impact, Ambition, and Constructive Dissent & Resolution define who we are. In short, this means we constantly seek to understand the best for our customers, we go beyond completion in our work, we strive for excellence with intensity, and we embrace candid communication. These values guide our actions and shape our culture every day. When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team that's dedicated to accomplishing hard things. Here at Appian, we're passionate about technology. We love making it, and we love using it. Joining Appian Engineering will provide you with the opportunity to learn in an environment that values cross-functional collaboration and is committed to personal and professional growth. We want to revolutionize the way people work, and in doing so, we develop the Appian platform to be simple so our customers can thrive. As a Product Manager Intern, you'll be embedded as a product owner on a small team of engineers, interacting with key stakeholders, and owning the prioritized product development backlog to ensure your team delivers high-quality software with each and every iteration. Day to day you'll share ideas and receive feedback on features through design sessions, mockups, UX reviews, and usability testing to ensure user success before a new release. This internship is based at our headquarters in McLean, Virginia. Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration, which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best. Interns in this program are expected to be in the office 5 days a week to fully experience our culture, learn directly from peers and mentors, and contribute to projects in a collaborative environment. Being in the office provides more opportunities to connect, learn, and celebrate with the exceptional people across Appian.

Requirements

• Undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a STEM major or related field.
• Team oriented, imaginative, and energetic.
• Strong commitment to delivering quality work.
• Prior experience in a product management internship, technical program management, or product-oriented technology role.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders on product vision and strategy to determine what should be built.
• Listen and understand customer requirements to create stellar experiences.
• Communicate, negotiate, and collaborate effectively to draw clarity out of complex environments.
• Engage in strategic thinking and problem solving to prioritize and execute tasks.
• Foster imagination and curiosity for feedback to build great product features.

Benefits

• Department-specific training during onboarding.
• Continuous learning with dedicated mentorship.
• Leadership program for new and aspiring managers.
• Comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University.
• Skills-based training and tuition reimbursement for education advancement.
• Employee-led affinity groups for social, educational, and outreach activities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree