Company: Google
Role: Associate Product Manager
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
Cohort Start: Between April and August 2026
Application Opens: September 30, 2025
Application Deadline: October 28, 2025
Google Hiring Associate Product Manager About the Role
Google is inviting applications for the Associate Product Manager (APM) program for university graduates. This role is designed for talented individuals eager to lead product development efforts and make a global impact. As an APM at Google, you will collaborate across multiple teams to take products from concept to launch, ensuring they deliver meaningful value to millions of users worldwide. The APM program is one of Google’s most prestigious career paths for future product leaders. It focuses on helping graduates build strong technical, analytical, and leadership skills while working on real-world products that shape the future of technology.
Application Instructions
- Resume: Attach an updated resume in the “Resume” section. No cover letter is required.
- Higher Education Section:
- Complete all fields accurately.
- Select “Now attending” under Degree Status.
- Upload a current or recent unofficial or official transcript in English.
All applicants will be notified of their application status by Spring 2026.
Minimum Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program in Product Management, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related technical field, or possess equivalent practical experience.
- Internship or Teaching Assistant experience in product management, software development, or a related technical field.
- Proven experience leading entrepreneurial projects or organizational initiatives, demonstrating leadership and collaboration skills.
- Experience preparing and delivering technical presentations through internships, coursework, or extracurricular activities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using product development methodologies to drive product delivery.
- Exposure to AI/ML concepts applied in building products or features through academic work, internships, or capstone projects.
- Hands-on technical experience in programming, data analysis, business modeling, pricing, or product design.
- Ability to start full-time during the cohort cycle (April–August 2026).
- Fluency in English, enabling effective communication across global and cross-functional teams.
- Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and organizational abilities.
About the Job
At Google, our mission is to put users first and make information universally accessible and useful. The Product Management team plays a vital role in turning this mission into reality by bridging the gap between technical and business worlds. As an Associate Product Manager, you will collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and marketers to build innovative products. You’ll translate complex challenges into clear, actionable product plans and guide projects from ideation through launch. You’ll also analyze market trends, customer data, and performance metrics to continuously improve products.
Key Responsibilities
- Deeply understand markets, competition, and user requirements.
- Lead the launch of new products and features, measure their success, and iterate quickly based on data and feedback.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, UX, Marketing, Legal, and Operations teams.
- Develop innovative, user-focused solutions to complex problems across different regions and product areas.
Why Join Google’s APM Program
- Work alongside world-class engineers, designers, and product leaders.
- Gain exposure to cutting-edge technology and large-scale problem-solving.
- Build leadership and product thinking skills in a global environment.
- Contribute to products that make a real difference in people’s lives.
Important Details
Application Deadline: October 28, 2025
Start Date: Between April – August 2026
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka