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Positions: Product Management Intern
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Innovation Area: Energy, Food, Water, Human Health and Environment Nexus
Position Type: TomKat Center-supported
Compensation: $8,500
Internship Term: 8 weeks

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WindBorne operates a global fleet of long-duration weather balloons and an AI-driven forecasting engine that delivers world-leading weather accuracy. We are building the tools humanity needs to mitigate and manage the most destructive aspects of weather uncertainty. By instrumenting the environment and advancing forecasts, our planetary nervous system will make the world safer and more sustainable for everyone.

Responsibilities

As part of the Product team, you’ll help translate WindBorne’s cutting-edge forecasting technology into intuitive products for industries facing extreme weather. You’ll work across Design, Growth, and Engineering to turn user insights into clear feature requirements and well-scoped solutions. You’ll participate in user research, shape early concepts, prioritize and scope features, and contribute to roadmap decisions. You’ll prototype ideas, synthesize feedback, and collaborate with engineering and design to refine features through launch.

Who should apply

This role is ideal for sophomores through seniors who have previously worked on software products, ideally in a venture-backed or fast-paced technology environment. It’s a strong fit for students passionate about sustainability and interested in pursuing a career in product management. Candidates should be curious, self-directed, and excited to work at the intersection of design, technology, and real-world impact.

Required Expertise

Candidates should be familiar with design thinking and product design methods, familiar with software development, and enthusiastic about user research and customer-facing work. Clear communication and the ability to translate complex capabilities into user value are essential.

Preferred skills/Majors

Design, Computer Science, Symbolic Systems, Data Science, Earth Systems, STS, Sustainability