INTERNSHIP - Proxy-Product Owner for SaaS (Ewon Cloud) (M/F/X)

Are you a dynamic student eager to learn, grow, and take ownership in a truly international tech environment?

At IDS R&D Cloud, you will evolve in a multicultural environment that brings together talents from different countries, backgrounds, and expertise.

You will be part of a collaborative ecosystem where ideas move fast, experimentation is encouraged, and innovation is part of our DNA.

If you are looking for an internship where you can challenge yourself, contribute to real product decisions, and learn from experienced professionals in an international SaaS context, this opportunity is made for you.

As part of the development team, you will contribute to ongoing projects and support the team in their daily activities.

Main tasks include: 

Product Backlog Management

You will:

• Support the Product Owner in maintaining and structuring the product backlog (Epics, Features, User Stories).
• Help refine backlog items to ensure they are clear, well-defined, and ready for development.
• Contribute to defining acceptance criteria and clarifying functional requirements.
• Ensure backlog items are aligned with product objectives and priorities.

Feature Definition & User Story Writing

You will:

• Analyze business needs and translate them into functional specifications and user stories.
• Collaborate with stakeholders (Product Owners, developers, testers, and managers) to clarify feature expectations.
• Document functional behaviors and user journeys.
• Support the preparation of product documentation and feature descriptions.

Agile Development Support

You will:

• Participate in agile ceremonies such as backlog refinement, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Help track the progress of features during development cycles.
• Facilitate communication between business stakeholders and development teams.
• Ensure feedback from reviews or testing is integrated into backlog updates.

Product Vision & Value Analysis

You will:

• Support the Product Owner in evaluating business value and user impact of new features.
• Contribute to product analysis by collecting feedback from internal stakeholders.
• Assist in identifying opportunities for product improvements and innovation.
• Help document and communicate the product roadmap and priorities.

• Documentation & Product Communication

You will:

• Contribute to maintaining clear documentation of product features and decisions (Confluence, Jira).
• Prepare summaries or reports on feature progress and product updates.
• Support internal communication about new features and product improvements.

Skills you will develop:

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on experience with agile product development in a SaaS environment.
• Practical skills in backlog management, requirement analysis, and user story writing.
• Exposure to real-world cloud technologies and industrial IoT use cases.
• Collaboration within an international and cross-functional team.
• Use of tools like Jira, Confluence, Gitlab.

• You are a student in Business Analysis, Information Systems, or related field.
• You have analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• You have Interest in SaaS, IoT, and digital product development.
• You have good communication skills in English (French is a plus).

The HMS Networks Group, which employs more than 1100 people in 20 countries, is an internationally leading provider in the field of Industrial Information & Communication Technology (Industrial ICT).  

Driven by a strong customer-centric approach and dynamic growth, HMS has unparalleled expertise in Industrial Data and IIoT - from secure remote connectivity to real-time data visualization and advanced diagnostics. 

With a comprehensive industrial vision, HMS delivers solutions that connect machines and devices to the cloud, enable local operational control, and provide clear, actionable data insights. Security and reliability are at the core of every offering, with robust technologies built to meet the demands of harsh industrial environments. 

HMS is also a driver of innovation and expansion, following the recent integration of Red Lion® and PEAK-System®, and the launch of Ewon Cloud and Ewon Edge in early 2025. 

We also like to say that we put Heart, Mind and Soul into our work. That's how we create our shared culture, and it's a pretty good acronym for that too.  

At HMS, we believe that equal treatment and equal opportunity shall apply to everyone, regardless of ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or other belief, political opinion, social origin, disability, age or any other status protected by applicable laws. 

We believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives working together in a respectful, balanced environment. 

Our culture is built on trust, empathy, and collaboration, where everyone feels safe to grow, share ideas, and find meaning in their work. 
Whether you're seeking innovation, development, or a healthy work-life balance, you’ll find a place where you can truly thrive. 

We value listening, mentoring, and supportive leadership, and our working conditions are designed to reflect the realities of life, because success looks different for everyone. 

This commitment applies throughout the employee journey, across all HMS locations.

Welcome to HMS!