Intern Product Manager/Designer

Program Summary 

The Corporate Internship Program at Great Wolf is a 10-week program lasting from June 3 - August 7, 2025. This program provides college students with paid, meaningful work experience that complements their current coursework. Through a structured, hands-on approach to learning, interns will gain real-world experience that contributes to the success of the Digital team and Great Wolf's mission of Bringing Joy to Families. In addition to engaging assignments, interns will participate in professional development opportunities, social activities to build relationships across teams, and more. Interns can expect regular mentorship and feedback to help build the skills and experience needed to grow in their career area of choice.

Position Summary 

The Intern Product Manager/Designer will be based out of Great Wolf Lodge’s headquarters in Chicago, IL, and will support the Digital team with projects focused on personalization across greatwolf.com, mobile app, and kiosks. In this role, you will assist with the ideation, design, and testing of personalized digital experiences that enhance guest engagement across multiple digital touchpoints. The team is looking for a student with a passion for user-centered design, product development, and a keen interest in leveraging technology to create personalized experiences for guests. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring data-driven, innovative solutions to life.

Experiences You Will Gain: 

• Work alongside a dynamic team of digital product managers and designers to develop and implement personalized experiences on Great Wolf’s digital channels (website, mobile app, and kiosks). 
• Contribute to product design and user experience (UX) research, developing wireframes, prototypes, and testing personalized features. 
• Gain hands-on experience in product management, working closely with engineering, marketing, and UX/UI teams to execute on product deliverables. 
• Participate in user research and data analysis to identify opportunities for improving the guest experience and driving engagement. 
• Enhance your design and product management skills through mentorship, regular feedback, and collaboration on real-world projects.

Basic Qualifications & Skills 

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s program, focusing on Product Management, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, or similar fields. 
• Unrestricted work authorization in the United States (sponsorship not provided). 
• Willingness to work in a hybrid environment out of the downtown Chicago corporate office. 
• All employment offers are contingent upon a successful background check. 

Desired Qualifications & Traits 

• GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 preferred. 
• Prior internship, project work, or experience in product management, UX/UI design, or a related field is a plus. 
• Proficiency in design tools like Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch, and familiarity with product management tools such as JIRA or Trello. 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions. 
• Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams. 
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. 
• Creative problem-solver with a passion for innovation and delivering exceptional user experiences. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

 About the Great Wolf Corporate Internship Program 

• 10-week full-time program based in our Corporate Headquarters located in Chicago, IL. 
• Hybrid work schedule: Mon/Fri optional work from home, Tues/Wed/Thurs in the office with your team. 
• Meaningful, business-driven assignments and projects within the Digital team. 
• Regular mentorship and individualized performance coaching and feedback. 
• Cohort-based onboarding and learning opportunities. 
• Professional development opportunities and networking events. 
• Social events and activities to build connections across the organization. 

Highlights of Great Wolf’s Corporate Internship Program: 

• Meaningful assignments/projects 
• Professional development opportunities 
• Social and networking events designed to build relationships within your team and across Great Wolf 1:1 mentorship 
• Cohort-based learning and activities 
• Kitchen stocked with free snacks and refreshments with catered lunches once a week 

Estimated Salary Range

$21/hr (undergraduate) - $23/hr (graduate)

An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of Great Wolf’s total compensation package. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and other perks.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.