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Position Summary:
Your Adventure Starts Here!
Bass Pro Shops Internship Program offers a 10-week immersive work program giving students a holistic overview of the business focusing on career and competency development while gaining valuable experience with a multifaceted company.
Here in Springfield, MO nestled among the natural beauty of the Missouri Ozarks, you’ll find Bass Pro Shops headquarters. We call it Base Camp. From here, it’s a short hike to pristine fishing holes, prime hunting grounds, wooded hills for camping, clear streams for canoeing, and much more. Why here instead of the big city? Because staying close to nature is a big part of who we are.
What our Interns get out of an Internship at Bass Pro Shops:
Working alongside talented individuals, you will be jumping in to assist with projects, research and work experience that directly impacts our business. As a key-player on the team, you will have professional development and networking opportunities with leadership in the organization to build your professional brand.
We can’t forget about the fieldtrips! You will have the opportunity to take team trips to learn about the many areas of our business. We will visit our Granddaddy retail store, Big Cedar Lodge and our Boat Manufacturing Plants offering a behind-the-scenes overview of the organization to get an immersive experience about our passion for the outdoors and conservation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assists in the development of Proprietary Product, identifying market trends, and developing product and price structures
- Assists Merchant and Product Development team with product specifications, sourcing, forecasting, and marketing strategy
- Assists the merchant in the preparation of financial plans and business strategy
- Obtains vendor samples for new products. Logs and tracks all designs that the Merchandiser must approve and all TX’s that the Merchandiser or Catalog Assistant must approve
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Education Required: Completion of Junior year of college through graduating year
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Preferred Major:
- Available for full commitment of 10-week program (40 hours/week)
- Currently enrolled in accredited college or university in pursuit of bachelor’s degree in related field
- Eligible to work in the US
- Ability to relocate to work location for the duration of the program
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- Travel required varies based on internship, minimal
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:
Performs tasks and duties under direct supervision, using well-defined policies and procedures. Work is reviewed by supervisor. Limited opportunity exists for exercising independent judgment and decision making.
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliancebasspro.com.
Bass Pro Shops
Position Summary:
Your Adventure Starts Here!
Bass Pro Shops Internship Program offers a 10-week immersive work program giving students a holistic overview of the business focusing on career and competency development while gaining valuable experience with a multifaceted company.
Here in Springfield, MO nestled among the natural beauty of the Missouri Ozarks, you’ll find Bass Pro Shops headquarters. We call it Base Camp. From here, it’s a short hike to pristine fishing holes, prime hunting grounds, wooded hills for camping, clear streams for canoeing, and much more. Why here instead of the big city? Because staying close to nature is a big part of who we are.
What our Interns get out of an Internship at Bass Pro Shops:
Working alongside talented individuals, you will be jumping in to assist with projects, research and work experience that directly impacts our business. As a key-player on the team, you will have professional development and networking opportunities with leadership in the organization to build your professional brand.
We can’t forget about the fieldtrips! You will have the opportunity to take team trips to learn about the many areas of our business. We will visit our Granddaddy retail store, Big Cedar Lodge and our Boat Manufacturing Plants offering a behind-the-scenes overview of the organization to get an immersive experience about our passion for the outdoors and conservation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assists in the development of Proprietary Product, identifying market trends, and developing product and price structures
- Assists Merchant and Product Development team with product specifications, sourcing, forecasting, and marketing strategy
- Assists the merchant in the preparation of financial plans and business strategy
- Obtains vendor samples for new products. Logs and tracks all designs that the Merchandiser must approve and all TX’s that the Merchandiser or Catalog Assistant must approve
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Education Required: Completion of Junior year of college through graduating year
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Preferred Major:
- Available for full commitment of 10-week program (40 hours/week)
- Currently enrolled in accredited college or university in pursuit of bachelor’s degree in related field
- Eligible to work in the US
- Ability to relocate to work location for the duration of the program
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- Travel required varies based on internship, minimal
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:
Performs tasks and duties under direct supervision, using well-defined policies and procedures. Work is reviewed by supervisor. Limited opportunity exists for exercising independent judgment and decision making.
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliancebasspro.com.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in product development manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related technical field
- 3 to 7 years of experience managing product development or innovation programs
- Proficiency with stage-gate or agile product development methodologies
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams across engineering, marketing, and supply chain
- Experience with product lifecycle management software such as Windchill, Teamcenter, or Arena
- Strong project management skills with familiarity in tools like Jira, Asana, or MS Project
Tips for Your Product Development Manager Job Search
Quantify your stage-gate wins
Hiring managers want to see products you moved from concept to launch, not just teams you led. List the number of SKUs launched, cycle time reductions, or revenue attributed to your pipeline work on every relevant role in your resume.
Match your specialization to the posting
Product development manager roles in consumer goods, medtech, and software look very different on paper. Tailor your resume header and summary to mirror the industry language in each posting, whether that means stage-gate, agile, or design control.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists product development manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by cross-functional scope
Postings that mention coordinating engineering, marketing, and supply chain together signal a broader, higher-impact role. Prioritize those if your background includes leading cross-functional teams, and call out that experience explicitly in your cover letter.
Prepare a portfolio of product artifacts
Bring a sanitized project brief, a roadmap sample, or a voice-of-customer analysis to interviews. Physical or digital product examples let you walk interviewers through your decision-making process rather than relying on verbal summaries alone.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
Before discussing compensation, clarify what budget authority, headcount, and launch ownership the role carries. Product development manager titles vary widely in actual power, and understanding scope protects you from accepting a senior title with junior-level influence.
Product Development Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most product development managers?
The companies hiring the most product development managers right now include American Heart Association, CVS Health, and Ford Motor Company, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand tends to concentrate in companies with active hardware, consumer goods, or software product lines.
How many product development manager jobs are remote?
About 70% of product development manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though the share varies by industry. Software and digital product roles are the most likely to offer remote flexibility, while positions in consumer goods, medical devices, and manufacturing typically require on-site presence for lab access, prototyping, or factory coordination.
How do you become a product development manager?
Most product development managers move into the role after several years in product engineering, project management, or a related technical function. Building cross-functional experience, leading at least one full product launch from concept through market release, and developing fluency in a recognized methodology like stage-gate or agile are the most consistent stepping stones. Industry-specific certifications in project management can also strengthen a candidacy.
Can you get a product development manager job with little or no direct experience?
It's possible if you can demonstrate adjacent experience that maps directly to the role's core responsibilities. Candidates who have managed a product launch project, led a cross-functional team informally, or owned a significant portion of a development cycle often make competitive applications. Framing engineering, marketing, or supply chain experience around outcomes, decisions, and team coordination matters more than the exact title you held previously.
What does the product development manager interview process look like?
Most interview processes for this role start with a recruiter screen focused on your background and industry fit, followed by a hiring manager conversation about how you run a product development cycle. Later rounds typically include a case study or portfolio review where you walk through a past launch, plus interviews with cross-functional stakeholders from engineering, marketing, or operations. Final rounds often include a panel or a presentation to senior leadership.
Where can I find and apply to product development manager jobs?
You can find and apply to product development manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background, industry, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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