Product Manager Intern 2027 (6 - 9 months Placement)

IBM; Mulhuddart; On-site; EUR 13,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

IBM Ireland is offering an Intern Product Manager placement designed for students completing a placement year as part of their degree. The program is hybrid, with three days per week onsite at Mulhuddart Campus and flexible remote days.

Start dates January to March 2027, duration 6 or 9 months, and collaboration with experienced PMs, Engineers, Designers, and AI specialists. You will help shape product outcomes across the lifecycle, support strategy, and contribute to AI-powered and cloud-based

Qualifications

• Must be a student in a degree program participating in a placement year.
• Interest in technology, product management, and AI.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Product Managers in day-to-day and strategic product management.
• Help define and execute product strategy using customer insights and market trends.
• Contribute to development of AI-powered and cloud-based solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop roadmaps and customer-focused solutions.
• Identify customer needs and translate feedback into product improvements.

Skills

Product management

Technology interest

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Curiosity

Prioritization

Education

Enrolled in degree program

Job description

Introduction

At IBM Software, we transform client challenges into solutions. Building the world's leading AI-powered, cloud-native products that shape the future of business and society. Our legacy of innovation creates endless opportunities for IBMers to learn, grow, and make an impact on a global scale. Working in Software means joining a team fueled by curiosity and collaboration. You'll work with diverse technologies, partners, and industries to design, develop, and deliver solutions that power digital transformation. With a culture that values innovation, growth, and continuous learning, IBM Software places you at the heart of IBM's product and technology landscape. Here, you'll have the tools and opportunities to advance your career while creating software that changes the world.

Your role and responsibilities

This is a 6- or 9-month placement opportunity designed for students completing a placement year as part of their degree.

• Start Date: January - March 2027


• Duration: 6 or 9 months


• Working Model: Hybrid

As part of our hybrid working model, you'll be expected to work from our Mulhuddart Campus three days per week, with the remaining days offering flexibility to work remotely in line with team requirements.

About the Role

As an Intern Product Manager, you will help shape product outcomes while gaining hands-on experience across the product lifecycle. You'll work alongside experienced Product Managers, Engineers, Designers, and AI specialists, contributing to products that help solve real-world business challenges.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting Product Managers in the day-to-day and strategic management of products, including AI-powered and cloud-based solutions.


• Helping define and execute product strategy informed by customer insights, market trends, and emerging technologies such as Generative AI.


• Contributing to the development of innovative products and features throughout the entire product lifecycle, from concept to launch.


• Supporting sales and marketing initiatives by helping articulate product value propositions and business impact.


• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Design, Data, and AI specialists to develop and deliver product roadmaps and customer-focused solutions.


• Identifying customer needs and translating feedback into product improvements and new opportunities.


• Monitoring product performance, user adoption, and key metrics to help inform product decisions.


• Staying up to date on industry trends, product management best practices, and advancements in AI, automation, cloud computing, and enterprise technology.

Join Us at IBM Ireland and Be Part of Something Extraordinary!

Are you curious about technology, AI, and how products are brought to market? Do you enjoy solving problems, collaborating with others, and learning from experienced professionals? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

At IBM, you'll have the opportunity to learn from industry experts, contribute to meaningful projects, and develop skills that will help shape your future career.

Required technical and professional expertise

• A strong interest in technology, product management, innovation, and emerging technologies such as AI.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a customer-first mindset.


• Curiosity and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced and evolving environment.


• The ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.


• An understanding of product management concepts, including product roadmaps, product lifecycles, release planning, and product support, gained through academic studies, projects, internships, or other experiences.


• A passion for innovation and creating customer-focused, data-informed solutions that deliver meaningful business value.


• An interest in leveraging data, insights, and emerging technologies, including AI, to help shape product decisions and user experiences.

Preferred technical and professional experience

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IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.