Insulet Corporation
Co-op, Product Management and Design: January-June 2026 (Hybrid)
Insulet Corporation, Acton, Massachusetts, us, 01720
Product Management Co-Op
Position Dates: January 12th, 2026 - June 26th, 2026 As a
Product Management Co-Op , you'll play a key role in shaping innovative hardware solutions that improve the lives of people managing diabetes. You'll gain hands-on experience across the product lifecycle and collaborate with engineering, design, and other cross-functional teams to deliver impactful products. This role is ideal for someone with a hardware engineering background or strong technical acumen who is interested in pursuing a career in product management. This is a hybrid role (3+ days per week) based out of our Acton, MA headquarters. This co-op runs from January to June, with the potential for a full-time opportunity based on performance and business needs. What You'll Do Support Product Discovery : Assist in identifying user needs and pain points, particularly for individuals with accessibility challenges.
Collaborate with Engineering & Design : Work closely with hardware engineers, industrial designers, and other stakeholders to define and refine product requirements.
Support Business Case Development : Contribute to building the business case for new product concepts by synthesizing user insights, market data, and technical feasibility to inform investment decisions.
Assist in Prototyping & Testing : Participate in concept evaluations, usability testing, and feedback synthesis to inform design iterations.
Document Requirements & Insights : Support the team in translating user research and technical input into clear, actionable product requirements.
Support Cross-Functional Alignment : Support the team in engaging with regulatory, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure compliance and feasibility.
Participate in Development Planning : Join sprint reviews, PI planning, and other key planning activities to understand how hardware development timelines and milestones align with product management priorities.
Learning Opportunities Exposure to electromechanical hardware development in a regulated medical device environment.
Experience in Agile and cross-functional collaboration.
Insights into accessibility-focused design and user-centered innovation.
Development of strategic thinking, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Desired Skills & Behaviors Strong interest in product management & hardware engineering.
Curious, customer-focused mindset with a passion for healthcare innovation.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to synthesize technical and user feedback into actionable insights.
Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in problem-solving.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.
Education & Experience Currently in your 3rd or 4th year of a Bachelor's degree program in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical), Industrial Design, or a related field.
Interest in pursuing a career in product management and medical device development.
Familiarity with CAD tools, prototyping, or usability testing is a plus.
Knowledge of diabetes care is helpful but not required.
Position Dates: January 12th, 2026 - June 26th, 2026 As a
Product Management Co-Op , you'll play a key role in shaping innovative hardware solutions that improve the lives of people managing diabetes. You'll gain hands-on experience across the product lifecycle and collaborate with engineering, design, and other cross-functional teams to deliver impactful products. This role is ideal for someone with a hardware engineering background or strong technical acumen who is interested in pursuing a career in product management. This is a hybrid role (3+ days per week) based out of our Acton, MA headquarters. This co-op runs from January to June, with the potential for a full-time opportunity based on performance and business needs. What You'll Do Support Product Discovery : Assist in identifying user needs and pain points, particularly for individuals with accessibility challenges.
Collaborate with Engineering & Design : Work closely with hardware engineers, industrial designers, and other stakeholders to define and refine product requirements.
Support Business Case Development : Contribute to building the business case for new product concepts by synthesizing user insights, market data, and technical feasibility to inform investment decisions.
Assist in Prototyping & Testing : Participate in concept evaluations, usability testing, and feedback synthesis to inform design iterations.
Document Requirements & Insights : Support the team in translating user research and technical input into clear, actionable product requirements.
Support Cross-Functional Alignment : Support the team in engaging with regulatory, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure compliance and feasibility.
Participate in Development Planning : Join sprint reviews, PI planning, and other key planning activities to understand how hardware development timelines and milestones align with product management priorities.
Learning Opportunities Exposure to electromechanical hardware development in a regulated medical device environment.
Experience in Agile and cross-functional collaboration.
Insights into accessibility-focused design and user-centered innovation.
Development of strategic thinking, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Desired Skills & Behaviors Strong interest in product management & hardware engineering.
Curious, customer-focused mindset with a passion for healthcare innovation.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to synthesize technical and user feedback into actionable insights.
Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in problem-solving.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.
Education & Experience Currently in your 3rd or 4th year of a Bachelor's degree program in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical), Industrial Design, or a related field.
Interest in pursuing a career in product management and medical device development.
Familiarity with CAD tools, prototyping, or usability testing is a plus.
Knowledge of diabetes care is helpful but not required.