Product Management Launch Associate (2027 Program)

Mastercard; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 83,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Mastercard is looking for an Associate Product Specialist to join the Launch Program 2027 in the United States, including Arlington, VA and O’Fallon, MO. The role offers mentorship, hands-on projects, and cross-functional collaboration within Product Management as you gain exposure to scalable, customer-centric products.

You will learn to develop business cases, support go-to-market activities, and apply AI and analytics to drive product decisions in a global payments ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or accelerated Master's degree with anticipated graduation date between Dec 2026 - June 2027.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates a high level of adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced environment, with a strong ability to collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong planning and time management skills to prioritize work and deliver results efficiently.
• Able to balance multiple priorities while maintaining a structured and proactive approach to achieving objectives.
• Curiosity about emerging technologies and understanding how AI can create customer and business value.
• Foundational knowledge of AI, data, APIs, and modern technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver product solutions that meet customer and business needs.
• Analyze data, customer feedback, and market trends to identify opportunities and support decision-making.
• Apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills to address business challenges and improve user experiences.
• Use project management and organizational skills to support product planning, delivery, and execution.
• Build and communicate recommendations through presentations, reports, and stakeholder discussions.
• Leverage customer insights and performance metrics to measure impact and drive continuous improvement.
• Explore emerging technologies, including AI and data-driven capabilities, to enhance products and business outcomes.
• Develop knowledge of digital products, technology, and the global payments ecosystem.

Skills

Strong communication

Adaptability

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Time management

Prioritization

Curiosity about AI

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or accelerated Master's degree

Tools

APIs

AI basics

Modern tech platforms

Job description

Mastercard is looking for an Associate Product Specialist to join the Launch Program 2027 in the United States, including Arlington, VA and O’Fallon, MO. The role offers mentorship, hands-on projects, and cross-functional collaboration within Product Management as you gain exposure to scalable, customer-centric products.

You will learn to develop business cases, support go-to-market activities, and apply AI and analytics to drive product decisions in a global payments ecosystem.