Strategic Student Program: Product Management Intern/Co-op (FT, Summer 2026)

Siemens Industry Software Inc.
Strategic Student Program (SSP)
We are a leading global software company dedicated to the world of computer aided design, 3D modeling and simulation— helping innovative global manufacturers design better products, faster! With the resources of a large company, and the energy of a software start-up, we have fun together while creating a world class software portfolio. Our culture encourages creativity, welcomes fresh thinking and focuses on growth, so our people, our business, and our customers can achieve their full potential.

We’re currently recruiting students for our Summer 2026 Strategic Student Program. Our intern positions will allow you to find a career path that most inspires you. Here, you will apply your education to solve real-world problems, and turn theory into practice. At Siemens, our goal is to empower our students to become the next leaders of our company.

Baseline Requirements:

• Currently enrolled as a university undergraduate student
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Available to commit full-time from May 2026 - December 2026
• Graduating no earlier than May 2027
• Hybrid: Charlotte, NC

Perks:

• Paid volunteer time off
• Employee Discounts
• Networking with our global leaders
• Mentorship from Senior Engineers
• Individual career development planning
• Professional and technical workshops
• Energetic student community
• Potential for full time offers post-graduation and successful completion of the program

Product Management Intern/Co-op
Siemens Developer Experience

Are you ready to tackle real-world challenges and redefine how developers work? As a Product Management Intern/Co-op on Siemens’ Autobahn team, you’ll focus on prototyping impactful solutions and delivering proof of value using modern tools and technologies. Autobahn portal is Siemens’ internal developer portal, empowering developers to work faster and smarter through automated workflows, streamlined CI/CD pipelines, and intuitive service discovery.

You’ll collaborate with cutting-edge technologies like GitLab, Kubernetes, Docker, and Backstage extensions to build solutions that directly enhance developer experiences across Siemens.

Responsibilities:

Prototyping & Proof of Value:

• Partner with engineering teams to design and build prototypes that solve developer pain points.
• Develop Proof of Concepts (PoCs) to validate features and demonstrate their value to users and stakeholders.
• Iterate quickly on solutions based on feedback and metrics, delivering real impact.

Problem-Solving with Technology:

• Work with tools like Kubernetes, containerized environments, and CI/CD pipelines to deliver functional prototypes.
• Leverage Backstage extensions and other frameworks to create user-friendly, scalable solutions.

User Research & Insights:

• Conduct interviews and surveys to uncover developer pain points and opportunities for improvement.
• Translate insights into actionable prototypes that address real-world challenges.

Roadmap Contribution:

• Use insights from prototypes and PoCs to contribute to the product roadmap.
• Advocate for features that deliver measurable value to Siemens’ developer community.

Metrics & Impact:

• Track the success of prototypes
• Present findings to stakeholders, showcasing the technical feasibility and user value of your solutions.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Passionate about prototyping, problem-solving, and delivering proof of value.
• Familiarity with tools like Kubernetes, Backstage, Docker, or a strong desire to learn.
• Confident communicator with the ability to simplify technical concepts and present them effectively.
• Analytical thinker who thrives on tackling complex challenges with innovative solutions.

What You'll Gain:

• Real-world experience designing prototypes and validating solutions with modern developer tools.
• Exposure to containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and Backstage extensions
• Opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams and learn from leaders in SaaS, DevOps, and platform engineering.
• A portfolio of impactful projects that demonstrate your technical expertise and creativity.

• We are Siemens

• A collection of over 377,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow! We offer a comprehensive reward package which includes a competitive basic salary, bonus scheme, generous holiday allowance, pension, and private healthcare.

• Siemens Software. Transform the Everyday. Accelerate Transformation

• Working at Siemens Software | Why us?

• Working at Siemens Software means flexibility - Choosing between working at home and the office at other times is the norm here. We offer great benefits and rewards, as you'd expect from a world leader in industrial software.

• We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

• We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

The hourly range for this position is $18.00 to $50.00. Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. The actual compensation offered is based on the successful candidate’s work location, as well as degree type and relevant education. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: . In addition, this position is eligible for time off in accordance with Company policies, including paid sick leave and paid volunteer time off.

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