Digital Product Owner Intern

00001 Ameriprise Financial Inc; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Ameriprise Financial is seeking a Digital Product Owner Intern to help shape digital experiences for clients and advisors. You’ll work with product, design, analytics, and technology teams to deliver value while gaining practical exposure to product strategy, customer experience, and Agile delivery.

Based in Minneapolis, this 10-week internship emphasizes hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to senior leaders through series and volunteer programs.

Qualifications

• Current Junior at a 4-year university pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management, Project Management, Entrepreneurial Management, Marketing, or related field.
• Graduation date of December 2027 or May/June 2028.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and enhancement of digital experiences that support clients and advisors.
• Work with cross-functional teams to shape product strategy, UX design, and analytics.
• Gain hands-on experience in Agile delivery and stakeholder collaboration.

Skills

Self-motivation

Organization skills

Communication

Presentation

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree (pursuing) in Business/Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Our Company

We’re a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. Our team of 22,000 people across 19 countries, serves more than 3.5 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses – Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.

Job Description

At Ameriprise Financial, we're committed to helping early-career talent build meaningful careers through hands‑on experience, professional development, and mentorship. Our 10-week summer internship program gives you the opportunity to contribute to business‑critical initiatives, connect with leaders across the organization, and gain insight into a FORTUNE 500® financial services company. Guided by our values of excellence and respect for individuals and communities, you’ll engage with senior leaders through opportunities such as the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) Speaker Series and participate in volunteer programs that support the communities where we live and work. The Digital Experience & Marketing team creates innovative digital products and experiences that strengthen the client‑advisor relationship and help clients achieve their financial goals. As a Digital Product Owner Intern, you'll work alongside product, design, analytics and technology teams to help shape digital experiences that deliver value for clients and advisors. Throughout the summer, you'll develop foundational skills in product strategy, customer experience, analytics, Agile delivery, and stakeholder collaboration while contributing to real business outcomes.

About the Role

As a Digital Product Owner Intern, you'll contribute to the development and enhancement of digital experiences that support clients and advisors. Working closely with cross‑functional teams, you’ll gain practical experience across key areas of digital product management including:

• Digital Product Strategy and Execution
• Consumer‑Facing Web and Mobile Experiences
• Digital Analytics and Performance Measurement
• User Experience (UX) Research and Design
• Agile Product Development and Delivery

Examples of Past Intern Projects

• Conducted user testing and analyzed feedback to inform product enhancements for a new digital trading platform
• Evaluated portfolio experience concepts for the Secure Client Site to improve usability and client engagement
• Researched virtual meeting experiences across competitors to identify industry trends, best practices, and opportunities for innovation

Required Qualifications

Current Junior at a 4-year university pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management, Project Management, Entrepreneurial Management, Marketing, or related field. Graduation date of December 2027 or May/June 2028.

Preferred Qualifications

• High degree of self‑motivation with strong integrity and ethics
• Proven organization skills and ability to manage time effectively
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Ability to work and communicate collaboratively and constructively with others
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• A passion for and strong interest in engaging digital experiences, including consumer‑facing websites and mobile apps
• Visa Sponsorship Applicants must have a valid work authorization that does not now, or in the future, require visa sponsorship for employment in the United States (e.g., H‑1B, F‑1 CPT, F‑1 OPT, TN).

In‑Office Collaboration

We are a client‑centric, relationship‑based business. Working together, in‑person, is foundational to how we achieve results. By fostering a culture of face‑to‑face collaboration, idea sharing, productivity and personal connection, we deliver for our stakeholders — clients, advisors, employees and shareholders. Our employees work in the office at least four (4) days per week, with flexibility to work from home one (1) day per week. Some roles may require additional in‑office time or different in‑office expectations, and specific requirements will be discussed during the hiring process.

Base Pay Salary

The estimated base salary for this role is $29/hourly. We have a pay‑for‑performance compensation philosophy. Your initial total compensation may vary based on job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical work location. In addition, most of our roles are eligible for variable pay in the form of bonus, commissions, and/or long‑term incentives depending on the role.

Full‑Time/Part‑Time

Full time

Exempt/Non‑Exempt

Non‑Exempt

Job Family Group

Human Capital

Line of Business

MARKT Marketing

Equal‑Opportunity Employer Statement

Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, disability status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.

Company Overview

Since 1894, Ameriprise Financial has helped people feel more confident about their financial future. Guided by strong values and a deep commitment to clients, we've remained a trusted leader in financial planning and advice for more than 130 years. Through our businesses, Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance & Annuities, we deliver advice, investment and protection solutions designed for long‑term success. While each business brings distinct capabilities and expertise, all are united by our unwavering focus on clients and a strong financial foundation. For you, that means the opportunity to build a meaningful career in a high‑performing, collaborative culture where your expertise can grow, your contributions are valued and your work can make a real impact. As a global financial services company with three complementary businesses, the breadth of our capabilities sets us apart. It also creates unique opportunities for employees to learn, collaborate and grow their careers: Ameriprise Financial: Financial planning, advice and wealth management. Columbia Threadneedle Investments: Global asset management serving individual, institutional and corporate clients. RiverSource Insurance & Annuities: Products and solutions designed to help clients protect and grow their wealth.

Career Resources

Ameriprise US | Careers Ameriprise India | Careers Columbia Threadneedle Investments US | Careers Columbia Threadneedle Investments EMEA APAC | Careers RiverSource | Careers