Product Management Intern

ONWARDS TOGETHER!

Illumio is the leader in ransomware and breach containment, redefining how organizations contain cyberattacks and enable operational resilience. Powered by the Illumio AI Security Graph, our breach containment platform identifies and contains threats across hybrid multi-cloud environments – stopping the spread of attacks before they become disasters.

Recognized as a Leader in the Forrester Wave™ for Microsegmentation, Illumio enables Zero Trust, strengthening cyber resilience for the infrastructure, systems, and organizations that keep the world running.

This is a 12 week internship program beginning on May 26th 2026 or June 22nd 2026

Location: Onsite (5 days a week) at Headquarters in Sunnyvale, CA

Our Team's Vision

Our Product Management team drives the evolution of cybersecurity through technically sound, customer-driven innovation. You’ll translate complex security challenges into well-defined features, work closely with engineering through design and build, and guide products to successful release and iteration. This role demands both strategic vision and technical acumen - balancing feature depth, usability, and performance to keep our roadmap aligned with customer and enterprise needs. As a Product Management intern, you’ll learn and grow your product management skills - developing a mindset that combines strategic thinking, technical depth, customer focus, and the ability to execute with focus and agility.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Work as part of the Product Management team to ideate, build and deliver- clear, impactful product features that address complex cybersecurity challenges
• Develop a strong understanding of Illumio’s product portfolio and observe how its technology is applied across industries to deepen knowledge of its value and impact
• Gather insights from customers and stakeholders to inform product direction and ensure alignment with market needs
• Drive alignment across Product, Engineering, Marketing, and Sales to ensure a cohesive product strategy and execution
• Learn and grow core product management skills—building a mindset that blends strategic thinking, technical depth, customer empathy, and effective execution

YOUR TOOLKIT

• Currently enrolled in a full-time Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Network Security, or related field with an expected graduation date in Winter 2026/Spring 2027
• Strong interest in network technologies, cloud, security, and operating systems
• Basic knowledge of multi-cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), containers, operating systems (Linux, Windows, macOS) and their interaction with network security technologies
• Quick learner of complex technical concepts, with the ability to translate them into clear, understandable content
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to articulate technical information clearly and concisely
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple projects, and prioritize tasks effectively
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN

• Firsthand experience in product management within a leading cybersecurity company
• Exposure to the full product lifecycle and cross-functional collaboration
• Opportunities to contribute to impactful content that supports product adoption and customer success
• Mentorship from experienced product managers and technical leaders
• A deeper understanding of how technical features translate into customer value

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Our Commitment

Illumio believes that an environment of unique backgrounds, experiences, viewpoints, and individual contributions creates a culture of belonging, drives our future, and makes us stronger together in support of our customers and their success.

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For roles in San Francisco and Los Angeles: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Illumio will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.