Engineering Program Manager Internships
Engineering program manager internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working program managers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals and Banking & Financial Services, with BNY, Spirit AeroSystems, and Merck among the employers posting roles now.
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Responsibilities
- Designs, develops, and debugs embedded software in C/C++ that implements the data plane & control plane for Layer 2-7 networking.
- Implements firmware features based on product and system requirements in collaboration with cross-functional engineering partners.
- Contributes to developer tests and system-level testing to ensure software quality and reliability.
Qualifications
Required qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- Must have at least one additional quarter/semester of school remaining following the completion of the internship.
Additional or Preferred qualifications:
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Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 1+ years technical engineering experience
- OR Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
- OR equivalent experience.
The base pay range for this internship is USD $5,690.00 - $11,210.00 per month. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $7,410.00 - $12,250.00 per month.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-intern-pay
Microsoft accepts applications and processes offers for these roles on an ongoing basis throughout the academic calendar
(September - April)
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process.
Responsibilities
- Designs, develops, and debugs embedded software in C/C++ that implements the data plane & control plane for Layer 2-7 networking.
- Implements firmware features based on product and system requirements in collaboration with cross-functional engineering partners.
- Contributes to developer tests and system-level testing to ensure software quality and reliability.
Qualifications
Required qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- Must have at least one additional quarter/semester of school remaining following the completion of the internship.
Additional or Preferred qualifications:
-
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 1+ years technical engineering experience
- OR Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
- OR equivalent experience.
The base pay range for this internship is USD $5,690.00 - $11,210.00 per month. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $7,410.00 - $12,250.00 per month.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-intern-pay
Microsoft accepts applications and processes offers for these roles on an ongoing basis throughout the academic calendar
(September - April)
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process.
Engineering Program Manager Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- BNY12
- Spirit AeroSystems11
- Merck8
- Phillips Medisize7
- Trex Company6
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Banking & Financial Services
Tips for Your Engineering Program Manager Internship Search
Apply before fall semester ends for summer roles
Large employers with structured cohort programs open summer engineering program manager internship applications in August or September of the preceding year. If you wait until spring, those roles are already filled. Smaller companies and co-ops post closer to start dates, so searching regularly throughout the year catches both cycles.
Build a portfolio before you send a single application
Hiring teams for engineering program manager interns cannot rely on work history, so they assess what you document. Create two or three projects that show you can scope a problem, coordinate across stakeholders, and track delivery. Include a one-page project summary, a timeline or roadmap artifact, and any process documentation you produced.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and captures roles that never appear at fairs.
Practice your interview format out loud before applying
Engineering program manager intern screens typically combine a behavioral conversation with a systems or process-design question, where you scope a project, identify dependencies, and manage tradeoffs under constraints. Practice explaining your reasoning out loud, not just arriving at an answer, since interviewers weigh how you think as much as the conclusion you reach.
Target structured rotational and APM programs early
Many larger technology and engineering companies run cohort or associate program manager pipelines built specifically to train people new to the field. These programs recruit in the fall, fill fast, and offer more mentorship than ad-hoc internship placements. Identify the ones that match your background and submit in the first application wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 39% of the engineering program manager internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start applying, then filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate so you spend time on roles you can actually take rather than sorting through the full pool.
Engineering Program Manager Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an engineering program manager internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio that documents two or three end-to-end projects, the tools and methodologies you used, and what you delivered. Apply directly to companies and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an engineering program manager internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it is consistent performance on real deliverables, your team's open headcount at the end of the internship, and how early you signal interest in returning. Treat every project as a live audition without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for engineering program manager internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, especially those running structured cohort programs, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings frequently and applying as soon as a role posts keeps you in the first review wave.
Are engineering program manager internships paid?
Most professional engineering program manager internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show what the employer discloses. Stipend-only or unpaid arrangements exist at some nonprofits and startups, so check the listing details before applying.
What should an engineering program manager internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show cross-functional coordination, scope management, or process improvement, with the tools used and links to any artifacts you can share publicly, such as case studies or process documentation. Add relevant coursework in project management, systems engineering, or operations, and keep the whole resume to one page.
Are there remote engineering program manager internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 61% of the engineering program manager internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants nationally, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is an associate program manager (APM) internship?
An APM internship is a structured, cohort-based program at larger technology and engineering companies designed specifically to develop people new to program or product management. APM programs recruit aggressively from campus pipelines, run competitive selection processes, and typically offer strong mentorship and project ownership. They fill in the fall for the following summer, so identify the ones that fit your background and apply in the first wave.
Can international students get engineering program manager internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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