Product Management Intern - Blockchain

About Us

Sahara AI is a decentralized AI blockchain platform that prioritizes sovereignty and provenance of AI, ensuring security, equity, and accessibility for all users. Backed by top investors in AI and crypto, including Binance Labs, Pantera Capital, Polychain Capital, Sequoia Capital, Samsung, Matrix Partners, and many more, Sahara AI continues to push the boundaries of decentralized AI. Today, Sahara AI is trusted by 35+ leading tech innovators and research institutions, such as Microsoft, Amazon, MIT, Motherson Group, and Snap. Learn more at saharalabs.ai.

Our Vision

To create a future where AI is open, transparent, and accessible to all through democratizing access to AI resources and ensuring sovereignty of AI assets.

Our Values

• Impact First, No Excuses

• Think Big, Act Fast, Every Day is Day 1

• Speak Up, Build Better

• Integrity Always, Zero Compromise

• Own it, Raise the Bar

• Resilience Wins the Race

About the Role

We are looking for a student or recent grad who is passionate about Blockchain Product Development and Design! This role will work closely with our Product Managers, and Engineering, Design, and Marketing teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to gather, analyze, and document product requirements for blockchain-based features and applications

• Conduct comprehensive market research on competitive web3 products, user needs, and emerging blockchain trends to inform product decisions

• Execute detailed product teardowns to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in our blockchain offerings

• Assist engineering teams in scoping technical architecture for web3 solutions, including blockchain integration points, smart contract requirements, and decentralized infrastructure needs

• Synthesize user feedback into actionable insights, helping prioritize feature development and optimization efforts

• Support the creation and refinement of product roadmaps, including feature prioritization and resource planning

• Assist in developing user stories, acceptance criteria, and technical specifications for development teams

• Help manage project timelines and coordinate cross-functional communication between stakeholders

• Create clear, compelling product documentation and presentation materials for internal and external use​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Basic Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate student in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field

• Demonstrated understanding of blockchain technologies, web3 concepts, and decentralized applications

• Fundamental knowledge of technical product design, development, and strategy

• Experience with product management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, user stories, product roadmapping)

• Strong technical aptitude with ability to understand smart contract functionality and blockchain architecture concepts

• Problem-solving and analytical mindset with a passion for innovation and experimentation

• Self-driven, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced remote environment

• Experience with data analysis and ability to derive meaningful insights from complex datasets

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Some technical background is preferred

• Previous experience or coursework in blockchain development, cryptocurrency projects, or web3 applications highly desirable​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Additional Notes

• Internship type: This is a paid internship. Hours are flexible and will depend on Intern's availability, and compensation will depend on level of academic and professional experience.

• Location: Central/Eastern time zones are ideal, but Pacific/Mountain will be considered

What We Offer

🤖 | Shape the future of AI and Blockchain with a global and diverse team of industry experts on a mission to drive the AI industry forward.

⚙️ | Work closely with pioneering AI companies and startups

💰 | High competitive compensation package

🏥 | Comprehensive health benefits and vacation time

💻 | Receive support for career and professional development