Engineering Product Management Specialist I

Cisco

. Define product strategy, requirements, and roadmaps for next-generation AI-powered features .

Posted 9/22/2026internshipUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $44,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to define product strategy and requirements while collaborating with engineering and design teams to translate customer insights into actionable product roadmaps. Proficient in product management concepts, with a strong foundation in AI and machine learning, and experience in building product roadmaps.

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Product Management ConceptsAI And Machine LearningPythonAgile MethodologiesMarket Research

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Hard Skills

Product Roadmap DevelopmentData AnalysisCompetitive AnalysisStrategic PlanningNetworking ConceptsAnalytical ConceptsC++RSQL

Tools & Technologies

AgileScrumKanban

Industry Keywords

BusinessMarketingEconomicsIndustrial EngineeringInformation TechnologyData ScienceManagement Information SystemsEngineeringComputer Science

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQLC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define product strategy, requirements, and roadmaps for next-generation AI-powered features
Partner with engineering and design teams to translate customer insights into actionable requirements
Translate customer insights into strategic, data-backed roadmaps
Guide development teams in building products that drive growth
Collaborate directly on Cisco products, platforms, and architectures
Participate in targeted learning sessions, multifunctional networking, and engagement with organizational leaders during the internship

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program (Associate's or Bachelor's)
Qualifying education in Business, Marketing, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Data Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
Expected to continue enrollment in the degree program after completing the internship
Working knowledge of at least two of networking concepts, analytical concepts, or product management concepts
Coursework or project experience in market research, competitive analysis, or strategic planning
Experience building a product roadmap through coursework, an internship, or a personal project
Preferred: experience with AI and machine learning models
Preferred: prior internship experience in a Product Manager or Product Owner capacity
Preferred: proficiency in Python, C++, R, or SQL
Preferred: familiarity with Agile methodologies, including Scrum or Kanban

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
Paid birthday day off
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid personal wellness days
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program for eligible exempt employees
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
Annual bonuses may be available for non-sales roles
12-week summer internship experience
Targeted learning sessions
Multifunctional networking opportunities
Direct engagement with organizational leaders