About this role
Do you enjoy solving complex problems, exploring emerging technologies, and creating products that deliver meaningful outcomes for clients? Are you curious about how technology, data, AI, and business strategy come together to shape digital experiences? Vanguard's College to Corporate Internship Program is an immersive, hands-on opportunity to learn the fundamentals of technical product management at one of the world's leading investment firms.
As a Technical Product Manager Intern, you'll work alongside experienced Product Managers, engineers, designers, and business partners to understand client needs, frame opportunities, support product delivery, and help shape innovative technology solutions. Through real-world projects, mentorship, and professional development, you'll gain exposure to modern product management practices while building the skills needed to drive impactful products and platforms. Make it count!
In this internship you will:
Support Product Managers in understanding user needs, researching problems, and identifying opportunities to improve digital products and platformsParticipate in product discovery activities, including user research, feedback analysis, hypothesis development, and opportunity framingHelp translate business and user needs into user stories, acceptance criteria, process documentation, and product artifactsCollaborate with engineers, designers, data analysts, and business partners to support product delivery and continuous improvementGain hands-on experience with Agile delivery practices, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, prioritization discussions, and team ceremoniesDevelop technical fluency in areas such as APIs, cloud platforms, data flows, system integrations, automation, and modern software delivery practicesExplore how AI, machine learning, and automation can create value while learning about responsible and ethical implementationUse data, dashboards, research findings, and performance metrics to support recommendations and inform product decisionsBuild relationships with program managers, alumni, senior leaders, mentors, and peers across VanguardReceive personalized coaching and mentorship from your manager, internship program manager, and product professionals throughout the summer What it takes
In pursuit of a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Business Technology, Analytics, Data Science, Engineering, Product Management, or a related fieldStrong interest in technology, digital product management, and creating solutions that improve client and business outcomesCuriosity about modern technologies including APIs, cloud computing, data platforms, AI, machine learning, and automationExposure through coursework, internships, projects, research, or extracurricular activities to software development, product management, business analysis, or technology deliveryDemonstrated ability to analyze information, solve problems, and make evidence-based recommendationsStrong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsDemonstrated leadership skills and/or leadership aspirationsAbility to collaborate effectively across teams and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environmentComfort learning in complex, regulated environments and navigating ambiguity with a growth mindsetCumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher preferred Special Factors
Vanguard is not offering sponsorship for this positionThis program is a full-time, paid summer internshipThe start date for this program will be May/June 2027 Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Special Factors
Sponsorship Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.