Product Engineering Manager Internships
Product engineering manager internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working product engineering managers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Manufacturing and Electronics & Hardware, with Emerson, MACOM Technology Solutions, and Eaton among the employers posting roles now.
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VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most.
As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service.
VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world.
Job Description
The Versant Internship Program offers students the opportunity to build foundational skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain exposure to how a modern media organization operates. Interns are curious, motivated, and eager to learn in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
All internships are paid. Summer interns are also eligible for:
Time off to support overall health, well-being, and academics.
Structured onboarding and professional development opportunities
Mentorship and networking with teams across the company & intern community
Hands-on experience that supports long-term career growth
As part of Versant’s internship program, interns will help shape an experience designed to invest in emerging talent and support early career development.
Summer 2027 Internship Program:
Applications Open: October 7
Applications Close: November 16. Tip: Apply early! Positions may be filled on a rolling basis and applications may close once capacity is reached.
Program Dates: June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027
Time Commitment: 40 hours per week. Exact schedule to be determined based on business need.
Format: Opportunities listed will require an intern to work remotely.
How to Apply:
Submit a one-page resume detailing your relevant experience, skills, accomplishments, and expected graduation month and year.
Submit an optional letter to the hiring team expressing your interest in Versant, the internship locations you are open to (listed below), and your primary areas of interest (opportunities listed below).
Must be able to provide a current transcript (unofficial transcripts accepted) to confirm enrollment in a degree-granting program during the recruitment process.
Job Description:
Versant Operations & Technology supports teams across all our brands - from MS NOW and CNBC to Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, USA Network, SyFy, E!, Oxygen, GolfNow, and Golf Channel. Interns can gain hands-on experience in areas like business solutions, content supply chain operations, news products, platform strategy, and strategic technology delivery, contributing to projects that keep our platforms running smoothly and audiences engaged.
Areas of placement include but are not limited to:
Cyber
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program OR have a graduation date in Spring 2027. Applicants who graduated in 2026 or earlier are not eligible for our internship program.
Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits).
Must be available to work 40 hours per week from June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027.
Must be willing to work remotely.
Must be presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and must not require work visa sponsorship from VERSANT now or in the future to retain authorization to work in the United States.
For further clarification, candidates currently on any student or exchange visa (e.g. F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1) are not eligible to apply unless they will be able to change or adjust to another status that grants work authorization without sponsorship from VERSANT. VERSANT is an E-Verify company, requiring all employees to have an active Social Security number. Any candidate receiving an internship offer must complete I-9 form with Social Security number within 3 days of hire.
Desired Characteristics:
Students with class standing of junior or above preferred
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
Strong interest in the media industry
Previous internship experience and on-campus involvement
The hourly rate for student interns is $25.00.
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
For LA County and City Residents Only: VERSANT Media will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com.
VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.
VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.
Product Engineering Manager Internship Market
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Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Electronics & Hardware
Tips for Your Product Engineering Manager Internship Search
Apply before fall semester ends for summer roles
Large employers open summer product engineering manager internship applications the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. If you wait until spring, the most structured programs are already closed. Set calendar reminders for when target companies typically open applications and submit before the first review wave.
Build a project portfolio before you need it
Without a long work history, your portfolio is what gives recruiters something concrete to assess. For product engineering manager intern candidates, that means documented projects showing product scoping, technical trade-off decisions, or cross-functional coordination, with clear outcomes, the tools used, and a link to the work or a written case study.
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. At the same time, apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts, many strong product engineering manager internships never come through campus channels at all.
Practice the product engineering manager intern screen out loud
The typical product engineering manager intern interview combines product-sense conversations, technical scoping questions, and cross-functional case discussions. Practice these out loud, walking through your reasoning step by step, not just arriving at an answer. Interviewers weigh how you think through trade-offs as much as the final recommendation you land on.
Target APM and rotational programs early in your search
Many larger product and tech companies run structured APM or rotational internship programs built to train people new to the field. These cohorts recruit on their own timeline, often well ahead of general internship postings, and fill fast. Identify the programs that match your target companies and apply in the first wave they open.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 62% of the product engineering manager internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start sorting through listings. Filtering by location and work type upfront means you spend your time on roles you can actually take, not on applications you'll withdraw later.
Product Engineering Manager Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a product engineering manager internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For product engineering manager candidates, the concrete artifact recruiters want to assess is a documented project portfolio showing cross-functional decision-making, product roadmaps, or technical scoping work. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a product engineering 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 for product engineering manager interns is consistent performance on real work, team headcount at the time, and how early you clarify return-offer timing with your manager. Position for a return offer by owning deliverables fully, without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for product engineering manager internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, meaning applications open months before the role starts. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a role opens gives you the best chance at competitive programs.
Are product engineering manager internships paid?
Most professional product engineering manager internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it. Unpaid internships exist but are uncommon at companies running structured programs, and many states have legal requirements around intern compensation.
What should a product engineering manager internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show the tools you used and where to see the output, for product engineering manager candidates, that means linked product specs, technical roadmaps, case studies, or engineering scoping documents. Add relevant coursework below your projects. Keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote product engineering manager internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 38% of the product engineering manager internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants nationally, so apply early once you find a role that fits. Use the work-type filter to see remote and hybrid listings without sorting through on-site roles you cannot take.
What is an associate product manager (APM) internship?
An APM internship is a structured program at larger tech and product-led companies designed specifically for people new to product management. It targets students and recent graduates, combines rotational or cohort-based training with real product work, and feeds directly into APM full-time pipelines. These programs recruit early and are competitive, so identify the ones that fit your background and apply in the first wave.
Can international students get product engineering 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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