Product Management Intern

InternHunt; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

ADD

Disability

Retirement

Paid vacation/time off

Educational assistance

Infertility assistance

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Molex, a Koch company, is seeking Product Management Interns for a 12-week Summer 2027 program in Lisle, IL and Minneapolis, MN. You will collaborate with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to support strategic initiatives and roadmap planning.

The role emphasizes data analysis, milestone tracking, and cross-functional communication. Eligible STEM students who can work in person and are authorized to work in the U.S. are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a STEM degree or equivalent program.
• Eligible for full-time employment on or before Summer 2029.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Willing to work in-person at Lisle, IL or Minneapolis, MN for the duration of the internship.
• Demonstrated academic achievement and interest in engineering, manufacturing, technology, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Partner with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to support execution of product and engineering initiatives.
• Track milestones, deliverables, risks, and dependencies to keep projects on schedule.
• Analyze customer, market, and product data to identify trends and insights.
• Gather requirements and assist with roadmap planning activities.
• Develop project documentation, dashboards, reports, and presentations for cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Facilitate communication between engineering, operations, and commercial teams to drive alignment.
• Participate in product development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Present updates and recommendations to team members and stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Enrolled in a STEM degree program

Tools

CAD software

Python

SQL

MATLAB

Data analytics tools

Job description

Molex, a Koch Company, is seeking Product Management Interns to join our teams this upcoming Summer 2027 in Lisle, IL and Minneapolis, MN!

Molex brings together innovation and technology to deliver electronic solutions to customers worldwide. With a presence in more than 40 countries, Molex offers a full suite of solutions and services for many markets, including data communications, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, aerospace and medical.

Koch Industries has been consistently selected as one of the top 100 Internship Programs in the U.S by WayUp. The internship opportunity will be a 12-week program generally running from late May to mid-August 2027.

Our Team

We believe that everyone should be an entrepreneur no matter what role they are in. As an intern, co-op, or new graduate, there are countless opportunities for you to be challenged, have your voice heard, and gain real experience within our companies. Sound exciting? Do you want to be a part of meaningful work?

What You Will Do

• Partner with product managers, engineers, and business stakeholders to support the execution of strategic product and engineering initiatives.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, risks, and dependencies to help ensure projects remain on schedule and aligned with business objectives.
• Analyze customer, market, and product performance data to identify trends, generate insights, and support decision-making.
• Support product roadmap planning by gathering requirements, documenting priorities, and assisting with project planning activities.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, dashboards, reports, and presentations for cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Facilitate communication between engineering, operations, and commercial teams to drive alignment and successful project outcomes.
• Participate in product development and continuous improvement initiatives, helping identify opportunities to create greater value for customers and the business.
• Present project updates, findings, and recommendations to team members and business stakeholders throughout the internship.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Enrolled in a STEM degree or alternative program (e.g., 2-year technical college program, certificate program, upskilling program, etc.)
• Eligible for full-time employment on or before Summer 2029
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship
• Willing to work in-person at our Lisle, IL or Minneapolis, MN for the duration of the internship
• Demonstrated academic achievement and interest in engineering, manufacturing, technology, or related fields

What Will Put You Ahead

• Enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Data Science, Computer Engineering, or related degree program
• Enrolled in a Master's or Doctoral program in an applicable field
• Previous internship, co-op, lab, project, research, or leadership experience
• Experience with CAD software, data analytics tools, statistical analysis, automation tools, or programming languages such as Python, SQL, or MATLAB
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, or operational excellence principles
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment while managing multiple priorities

For this role, we anticipate paying $26-$30 per hour.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• flexible spending and health savings accounts
• life insurance
• ADD
• disability
• retirement
• paid vacation/time off
• educational assistance
• infertility assistance
• paid parental leave
• adoption assistance

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

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