Product Manager Intern

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Appian provides AI automation for important business processes through its AI-Powered Process Automation platform. The Product Manager Intern will work as an embedded product owner with an engineering squad, managing Agile backlogs, supporting product discovery, defining roadmaps, negotiating stakeholder priorities, and analyzing post-launch impact.

Responsibilities

Own the Agile Backlog: Act as the embedded product owner for a highly skilled engineering squad, taking charge of backlog prioritization, feature sizing, and iterative sprint planning Drive Collaborative Discovery: Share innovative ideas, analyze technical specifications, and gather continuous feedback through design sessions, user experience (UX) reviews, and usability mockups Define Product Roadmaps: Partner with senior product leaders to structure enterprise software roadmaps, balancing long-term strategic investments with rapid feature delivery Practice Stakeholder Negotiation: Empathize with conflicting stakeholder demands and developer constraints, applying data-driven negotiation skills to make optimal feature compromises Conduct Impact Analysis: Monitor post-launch usability metrics and track user success parameters to verify that new releases address true customer needs Participate in Passion Frameworks: Showcase your creative problem-solving skills during our department-led Hackathons and drive unique prototypes using dedicated Engineering Indie Time

Qualifications: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering with a strong academic record Must be returning to school following the completion of the Summer 2027 internship to continue degree requirements Proven fluency in AI and LLMs, encompassing both the strategic development of AI-powered platform capabilities and the hands-on application of AI tools to accelerate daily workflows At this time, Appian will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position Prior experience in a technical internship or a portfolio of significant personal/academic projects

Benefits: Department-specific training during onboarding Dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program Leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers Specialized department training through Appian University Skills-based training Tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education Employee-led affinity groups with social, educational, and outreach activities Health coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support Life and disability insurance Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) Retirement/pension plan Wellness dollars Family-forming benefits