About the opportunity
Google’s projects span the globe and require managers to keep the big picture in focus while diving into unique engineering challenges. As a Technical Program Manager Intern, you lead complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects using your technical expertise. You plan requirements with internal customers and usher projects through the entire lifecycle, managing schedules and identifying risks. You will work with Google engineering teams to design, develop, implement, launch, and support services under supervision. This internship program runs for 12 weeks during summer.
Salary and benefits
- Salary ranging from $94,000 to $125,000 (USD annualized equivalent) depending on skills, experience, and education.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Sick time: 40 hours per year (increased to 69 hours per year for Seattle, including 5 discretionary sick days per instance).
- Holidays: 13 paid days per year.
Who can apply?
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
- In your penultimate academic year or returning to a degree program after completing the internship.
- Available to work full-time for 12 weeks outside of university term time during Summer 2027.
- Proficiency in English.
- Must be located in the United States for the duration of the internship program.
Required documents
- Updated CV or resume (PDF preferred) with anticipated graduation date in MM/YY format.
- Current or recent unofficial or official transcript in English (PDF preferred), uploaded under the 'Education Section' with 'Degree Status' set to 'Now attending'.
When to apply
- Applications should be completed before October 9, 2026.
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged.
How to apply
- Click the 'Apply' button on the official Google Careers page.
- Attach an updated CV or resume in the resume section, ensuring your anticipated graduation date is listed in MM/YY format.
- Attach a current or recent unofficial or official transcript in English in the education section, selecting 'Now attending' under degree status.
- Select your preferred working location from the available Google campus options during the application process.
Additional information
- This role may be located in various Google offices across the United States, including Mountain View, CA, Ann Arbor, MI, Seattle, WA, New York, NY, and many others.
- Applicants in the County of Los Angeles and San Francisco will have records considered in accordance with local Fair Chance Ordinances.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- An ideal match for computer science or technical degree students in their penultimate year looking to gain high-impact project management experience at a major tech company.
- Well-suited for candidates with foundational coding knowledge in languages like Java, C/C++, Go, or Python and demonstrated leadership in student clubs or class projects.
- Provides an excellent pathway into large-scale engineering operations with competitive compensation and comprehensive health benefits.
What should you think carefully about?
- Applicants must commit to relocating to and residing in the United States for the entire 12-week duration of the internship.
- The application deadline is strict (October 9, 2026), and rolling reviews mean applicant slots may fill up quickly.
- Requires balancing rigorous multi-disciplinary technical coordination with executive-level communication under tight delivery constraints.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This internship provides a robust stepping stone for students aiming to build foundational technical leadership and program management skills within a premier global engineering environment. It bridges academic learning with large-scale industry application, serving as a strong credential for future technology careers.
Our take
Computer science and related technical degree students who meet the academic timeline and can relocate to the United States should apply early before the October 2026 deadline. Those unable to relocate or not currently enrolled in a qualifying degree program will find this opportunity unsuitable.
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