Advisory National - Product Strategy Associate - Summer/Fall 2026

PwC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 61,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401k

Paid holidays and vacation

Personal and family sick leave

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Washington is seeking a motivated Product Strategy Associate for Summer/Fall 2026. This role involves developing product strategies, conducting competitive analyses, and engaging in product roadmap implementations. Candidates should be pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree, preferably in fields such as AI, Engineering, or Data Analytics. The position offers a salary range of $61,000 - $100,000 and includes a variety of benefits.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree.
• Entry-level position for recent graduates.

Responsibilities

• Develop product strategies aligning with organizational goals.
• Conduct competitive analysis on rival products.
• Implement product roadmaps and lifecycle management plans.
• Enhance product development processes using agile methodology.
• Analyse customer needs for product ideation.

Skills

Proficiency in Agile Methodology

Business Process Modeling

Competitive Analysis

Customer Needs Analysis

Business Case Development

Pricing Strategy

Market Research

Software Product Management

Strategic Planning

AI utilization

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant fields

Job description

Overview

Advisory National - Product Strategy Associate - Summer/Fall 2026

PwC seeks a motivated Software and Product Innovation-oriented professional to help develop and execute strategic initiatives in product strategy, focusing on the evolution of a portfolio of products, from idea intake, business case development, and design of new products, to ongoing evaluation of existing portfolios. The role includes validating revenue generation opportunities, assessing TAM, and supporting GTM efforts to guide leadership decisions and product positioning. You will build ideas into a vision and business plan for monetization and drive competitive analysis and market intelligence to inform strategic product direction.

You will be part of a fast-paced team, collaborating with clients and colleagues across varied projects. The role emphasizes ownership, delivery of high-quality work, and development of your personal brand within the firm.

Responsibilities

• Develop product strategies that align with organizational goals and market demands
• Conduct competitive analysis to identify strengths and weaknesses of rival products
• Collaborate to create and implement product roadmaps and lifecycle management plans
• Utilize agile methodology to enhance product development processes
• Engage in business case development to support strategic decision-making and project selection
• Analyze customer needs to inform product ideation and specification
• Support commercialization through product positioning and marketing strategies
• Participate in strategic planning to drive profitable growth and market penetration
• Assist in operationalizing product strategies to achieve business objectives
• Contribute to user guides and documentation to support product adoption

What You Must Have

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree
• Client service associate positions are entry-level roles intended for job seekers who are completing or have recently completed their final academic year

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for study in AI/Robotics, Computer/Information Science, Computer Engineering, Data Analytics, Engineering, MIS, Statistics or related fields
• Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
• Proficiency in Agile Methodology and Business Process Modeling
• Experience with Competitive Analysis and Customer Needs Analysis
• Experience developing Business Cases and Pricing Strategy
• Experience with Market Research and Market Trends analysis
• Skills in Software Product Management and Product Strategy
• Ability to apply Strategic Planning in Product Development
• Experience leveraging AI to create efficiencies and drive innovations

Learn more

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

PwC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law.

The salary range for this position is $61,000 - $100,000, plus eligibility for annual discretionary bonus. For Maryland-based roles, this is the listed range. Actual compensation depends on skills, experience, location, and applicable laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. Benefits overview: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance