Product Management Intern, Summer 2022

At Apeel Sciences, we look to nature to help the global food system improve quality, reduce waste, and ensure an abundant future for our planet.  

We believe that our most essential ingredient in our recipe for success is our people. We strive to cultivate an environment where everyone is welcomed, and can bring their full, authentic selves into everything they do at Apeel. Humility, Ingenuity, Leadership and Teamwork are the values that define us and how we work with each other, customers, and communities across the globe.

Company Background

Since 2012, founder James Rogers has been on a mission to tackle the global Food Waste Crisis with a goal of providing a more sustainable, equitable path forward for the global food system. Apeel is an edible protective layer that extends fruits’ and vegetables’ shelf-life. Apeel-covered fruits and vegetables spoil slower and require less refrigeration, and the plant-derived peel reduces the use of plastic and other products harmful to the planet. Apeel pulls material from the natural skins, peels, seeds, and pulp found on fruits and vegetables, to create the extra protective peel. The thin layer slows down water loss and oxidation, which can help keep those fruits and vegetables from browning and spoiling.

If you are ready for an opportunity to jump in, take ownership, and drive meaningful outcomes in a highly collaborative, communicative, and dynamic environment, we would love to connect with you!

About This Role

The Product team is responsible for successfully releasing and managing new products that align with Apeel’s growth goals and mission. We are seeking a motivated Product Management Intern who will support the fresh produce team in understanding the market dynamics, opportunity, and challenges of a new produce type in order to complete the first step of the Product Life Cycle as Apeel looks to grow the product portfolio.  The program dates for summer 2022 are from June 13th - August 19th (10 weeks). To qualify for this program applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited US college or university and reside within the United States for the duration of the internship.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with cross-functional Apeel teams including Strategy, Sales, Operations, and Technology as you work to complete a Market Requirements Document
• Conduct market research to thoroughly understand the industry dynamics, challenges, and customer needs
• Develop a comprehensive and scientific understanding of Apeel technologies and capabilities to strategize how Apeel can create value by effectively solving market challenges
• Use a data-driven approach to evaluate the opportunities and challenges of releasing a new product into the market
• Clearly and effectively communicate (in written and verbal forms) a recommendation regarding bringing the new product to market 

What You Bring 

• Are currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to understand complex topics and create innovative solutions
• Self-directed and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Excellent writing skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office programs

Apeel believes that the scale of our impact is determined by the teams that work with us. As such, we seek to build high-performing teams of people from various experiences and backgrounds who can collectively push our company into new realms. We seek a diverse pool of applicants and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, Veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. If you have a special need or disability that requires accommodation, please let us know.