Description
Amazon internships across all seasons are full-time positions, and interns should expect to work in office, Monday-Friday, up to 40 hours per week typically between 8am-5pm. Specific team norms around working hours will be communicated by your manager. Interns should not have conflicts such as classes or other employment during the Amazon work-day.
Applicants should have a minimum of one quarter/semester/trimester remaining in their studies after their internship concludes.
This application is for a Fall Internship (Starts in August/September 2026). Location to be provided at time of offer.
You will be able to provide your preference of location and start date during the application process but, we cannot guarantee that we can meet your selection based on several factors including but not limited to the availability and business needs of this role. Finalization on the location and start dates available will be provided to you at the time of job offer.
TPM interns apply project management best practices to make the team you work with more efficient. You will be responsible for driving projects from initiation through delivery, collaborating with many different teams to complete a whole product. As a TPM intern, you know how to apply technology to solve problem and take the time to fully learn the products and systems involved with your projects.
Key job responsibilities
As a Technical Program Manager intern, you may:
• Collaborate and partner with business teams to define and solve problems that impact customers.
• Define project requirements and work to clarify the technical implementation by driving design discussions
• Identify predictors and causes of business related problems and implement novel approaches related to forecasting and prediction.
• Identify, develop, manage, and execute analyses to uncover areas of opportunity and present written business recommendations.
• Build relationships, identify stakeholders, and influence other teams across organizations and external teams.
• Define analytical approaches to uncover new insights and formulate recommendations that improve processes.
• Influence technology at the component level.
• Interface with engineering disciplines to deliver project requirements
A day in the life
Our internship program provides hands-on learning and building experiences for students who are interested in a career in technical program management. In addition to working on an impactful project, you will have the opportunity to engage with Amazonians for both personal and professional development, expand your network, and participate in fun activities with other interns throughout the summer. No matter the location of your internship, we give you the tools to own your internship and learn in a real-world setting.
Basic Qualifications
Are 18 years of age or older
Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to a 12 week internship maximum
Are enrolled in a academic program that is physically located in the United States
Experience previously in program or project management
Bachelor's degree or above in a technical or engineering related field, such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, etc.
Currently working towards a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field with an expected conferral date October 2026 – December 2029.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of project management tools and software
Knowledge of industry technologies in program or product domain (e.g., hardware, network, software, systems) and how to apply those technologies to solve problems
Knowledge of collecting data from log files, data stores, SQL, and APIs
Experience transforming raw thoughts into clear technical documentation and/or direction.
Able to dive deeply into technical details (e.g., key dependencies, design choices, operability, etc.) and drive constructive discussions with engineers.
Strong technical, problem-solving and communication skills
Problem-solving mind-set, proactive issue resolution skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Understands a broad range of techniques for conducting technical analysis and know when to use them.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay will be based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at .
USA, CA, Sunnyvale - 109,600.00 - 185,000.00 USD annually