Product Management MBA Intern

At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints.

As a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team, committed to making a difference. For more than 25 years, we have worked with hospitals and care teams around the world to help solve some of healthcare’s hardest challenges and advance what is possible. 

Intuitive has been built by the efforts of great people from diverse backgrounds. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere—we strive to foster an inclusive culture built around diversity of thought and mutual respect. We lead with inclusion and empower our team members to do their best work as their most authentic selves.

Passionate people who want to make a difference drive our culture—our team members are grounded in integrity, have a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and bring diverse, real world experiences to help us think in new ways. We actively invest in our team members to support their long-term growth so they can continue to advance our mission and achieve their highest potential.  

Join a team committed to taking big leaps forward for a global community of healthcare professionals and their patients. Together, let’s advance the world of minimally invasive care. 

Primary Function of Position:

We are seeking multiple Product Management MBA Interns to support teams across the organization. This position has the opportunity to make a direct impact on Intuitive’s product and procedural initiatives which make Intuitive’s solutions available to patients worldwide. With the direction and supervision of a Group Manager or Sr. Marketing Manager, the MBA Intern will play a role in creating strategy for markets and products which will enable adoption and growth of the company’s commercial portfolio.

Based on candidate’s interest and qualifications, Product Management Internship positions may be available in hardware, software, digital, and services.

This position has responsibility and authority to:

• Deliver analysis, insights and strategy to drive direction of a product and/or service, possibly including, but not limited to: positioning, value proposition, segmentation, pricing, market share review, conducting market research, and product requirements.
• Define product claims and pillars, and collaborate with cross-functional teams in multiple regions to create go-to-market plans and rollout strategies that will enable successful launches
• Develop an understanding of the offering’s value proposition and how to communicate that message to key customers and constituencies such as physicians, providers, payers, and the sales force.
• Work with Key Opinion Leaders to better understand how the product and/or service are being utilized and determine how to communicate that value proposition to target customers

The Product Management MBA Intern will:

• Gain a deep understanding of products, and/or services and their value propositions
• Analyze and assess the dynamics of the particular market, its associated call point, and how an Intuitive product/service(s) is positioned within this context
• Catalog user needs, product feedback, and other primary market research to create long-term product roadmaps
• Quickly respond to ad hoc analytic or research requests common in this dynamic, fast-paced, data-driven environment
• Work cross-functionally to develop a strategy for the project including identifying key success criteria and metrics which are measurable and executable
• Spend time interfacing with customers and Intuitive sales representatives to gather first-hand knowledge of the project’s potential impact and how best to execute on its goals
• Complete and deliver strategy and action plan, including tools and key performance indicators

University Hiring Program Eligibility Requirements:

• University Enrollment: Must be currently enrolled in and returning to an accredited degree-seeking academic program in the Fall.
• Internship Work Period: Must be available to work full-time (approximately 40 hours per week) during a 10-12 week period starting May or June. Specific start dates are shared during the recruiting process.

Skills, Experience, Education, & Training:

• Pursuing an MBA in marketing, strategy, healthcare, or operations 
• Undergraduate background in life science, engineering, data science or business discipline strongly preferred
• Demonstrated interest in healthcare and medical devices strongly preferred
• A proven record of achievement, leadership, and driving continued improvement
• Positive, results-driven attitude and a resolve to win
• Self-directed with the ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Able to manage multiple priorities with flexibility
• Proven ability to solve open-ended problems and work cross-functionally to implement initiatives
• Superior verbal/written communication, teambuilding, and interpersonal skills to work across multiple constituents
• Strong computer skills: well-versed in MS Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud Products desired

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.  Details can vary by role.

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

Mandatory Notices

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay (paid at an hourly rate), benefits, and a housing allowance. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including relevant skills and experience for this internship, degree-seeking academic program (PhD, Master’s, Bachelor’s, etc), year in school, and location. The hourly rate is prorated against the intern program salaries listed and total program compensation will be based on internship duration.