Intern Product Management

Intern / Student, Full or part-time · Amsterdam

About Fairphone

Fairphone is more than just a company - we are a social enterprise on a mission to change the electronics industry from the inside out. Built on strong social and environmental values, we are a diverse and inclusive team from all walks of life creating market consumer electronics that make a real impact.

At Fairphone, you will find a supportive and safe space where everyone can be themselves, collaborate openly, and have the freedom to learn and grow - because that’s how we innovate and drive change together! 

So… are you a proactive, self-motivated team player who loves taking initiative and bringing positive energy? Do you thrive in a fast-moving start-up or scale-up environment? Are you a great communicator who values collaboration and embraces different perspectives? And most importantly, do you feel a strong connection to Fairphone’s mission and values? If you're nodding along and thinking, “Yes, that’s me!”, then check out our vacancy below! 

Please know that we acknowledge that we are living in a time where the use of AI can bring many efficiencies and support. However, we want to know the real YOU. Please try to limit the use of AI tools to generate answers to the application; we value authenticity and encourage you to use your creativity! 

About your role

The Product Management Intern will provide comprehensive support to Fairphone's Product Management team, assisting in various aspects of product development, quality assurance, software release, and lifecycle management. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across software, hardware, and sustainability-focused product processes. The intern will collaborate closely with Product Managers, Product Owners, and the Quality Assurance team to facilitate effective communication and coordination among internal and external stakeholders.

  • Position based in Fairphone's Amsterdam office, with a strong in-office presence expected.

  • Hybrid work model may be considered based on mutual agreement. 

  • Internship duration: 6 months (flexible start date).

  • 32-40 hours per week.

  • We review applications on a rolling basis. Please apply as soon as possible. 

Specific learning goals will be established with the hired candidates. Here below you find already a direction of what we are looking for. 

Key learning goals and what you will be working on

Product Research & Analysis. You will develop an understanding of how product teams use research and data to inform decisions. You’ll support competitor benchmarking, track industry trends, and gather feedback from internal stakeholders to help shape product requirements and long-term roadmap thinking.

Product Strategy & Execution. You will learn how Product Managers define and maintain roadmaps, track key milestones, and incorporate user, market, and stakeholder input into strategic planning. You’ll assist in preparing and updating planning documents, internal presentations, and roadmaps—building a practical understanding of how new product launches are structured and executed.

Product Lifecycle Operations. You will gain experience working alongside the Product Lifecycle Manager to understand how products evolve after launch. You’ll help coordinate software release timelines, organize product updates and documentation, and contribute to planning product changes or end-of-life transitions—ensuring Fairphone products stay relevant and well-supported.

Quality Assurance Processes. You will be introduced to the fundamentals of quality assurance in a product development context. You’ll support test planning, validation documentation, and issue tracking, and help facilitate collaboration with engineers and external test partners. This will provide you with hands-on experience in how product quality is safeguarded at every stage of development.

Core Activities
  • When needed, attend and document product team meetings, following up on action items.

  • Update trackers, timelines, and documentation to reflect current project statuses.

  • Gather and structure feedback from internal teams to inform product decisions.

  • Support test planning and validation activities in collaboration with the Quality Assurance team.

  • Conduct research and organize stakeholder input to assist in preparing decision documents and product briefs.

Your Skills & Experience

Must-haves:

  • Strong organizational and communication skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, collaborating with various stakeholders.
    Interest in product development, technology, and sustainable innovation.
    Comfort working in a multicultural, dynamic team environment.

Nice-to-haves:

  • Familiarity with the Android ecosystem or mobile technology.

  • Basic understanding of lifecycle thinking, circular economy, or ethical electronics.

Level of degree:

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Industrial Design, Engineering, Business, Sustainability, or a related field.
What Fairphone can offer you?
  1. The opportunity to create an impact on the electronics industry around the world.

  2. A diverse work environment full of international, passionate, warm-hearted team members.

  3. 12,5 paid holidays per year (based on a 6-month full-time agreement) next to the other public holidays in the Netherlands. 

  4. Financial compensation for the internship.

  5. Daily, healthy lunch, organic FairChain coffee, and many more tasty things.

  6. You will receive a MacBook, Fairbuds,  and a Fairphone as working devices for the duration of your internship.

  7. Hybrid working model - We are remote-friendly, and you can work up to 60% of your time per month from home or any other location you want.

  8. Public transport allowance – we fully cover your 2nd class commute from your home to the office

  9. Bike allowance – you will have a yearly repair budget of up to €80!

  10. Kitchen with beautiful views to the IJ waterfront.

  11. There’s a gym and recreation and yoga rooms in the building where you can build healthy habits.

About us

DEI @Fairphone 
At Fairphone, we care about people, planet and you. It’s natural that we see diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) as an essential part of how we work together and do business.

We support and further strengthen our inclusive work environment and culture by more formally implementing various DEI efforts to ensure all Fairphoners feel included, respected, and supported.
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