Product Intern at Match Group

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Dating AppsIndustries

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in a relevant field (e.g., Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Communications, Design Strategy, Marketing, or related discipline)
  • Strong curiosity about user behavior, culture, and technology
  • Excellent communication and storytelling skills — able to turn research into insights that inspire action
  • Comfortable conducting qualitative research and synthesizing findings
  • Collaborative and creative problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
  • Familiarity with social apps, emerging trends, and Gen Z digital culture is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Support one of Core’s product teams by exploring early-stage product ideas that aim to improve Tinder’s user experience, especially for Gen Z
  • Conduct qualitative user research (e.g., friend groups, social listening, interviews, lightweight surveys) to uncover pain points, behaviors, and product opportunities
  • Partner closely with a design intern to ideate, jam, and visualize user insights and product concepts
  • Help synthesize user research into presentations, decks, and storytelling moments that inspire product thinking
  • Pitch or prototype product concepts grounded in user insights (with support from design/PM)
  • Help analyze competitor apps and content surfaces to inspire new feature ideas
  • Stay close to emerging cultural and social trends. Help the team stay connected to how Gen Z is dating, talking, and spending time online

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

User ResearchQualitative ResearchInterviewsSurveysSocial ListeningProduct IdeationPrototypingCompetitor AnalysisPresentation SkillsStorytelling

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the hourly pay for the Product Intern role?

$47 per hour.

Is this internship remote or in-office?

This is a hybrid role requiring in-office collaboration three days per week in Los Angeles, California.

What qualifications are required for the Product Intern position?

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in a relevant field like Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Communications, Design Strategy, or Marketing; strong curiosity about user behavior, culture, and technology; excellent communication and storytelling skills; comfortable with qualitative research; and collaborative problem-solving in fast-paced environments.

What is the work environment like at Tinder for this internship?

The role involves working collaboratively with core product teams, partnering with a design intern, and thriving in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment focused on user insights and innovation.

What makes a strong candidate for the Product Intern role?

Candidates with curiosity about user behavior especially Gen Z, excellent storytelling skills, qualitative research comfort, and familiarity with social apps and trends stand out.

Match Group

Provides online dating and social discovery

About Match Group

Match Group leverages the Swipe feature® and social discovery, facilitating deeper connections through its portfolio of online dating brands, with a global presence and availability in over 40 languages.

Dallas, TexasHeadquarters
1986Year Founded
$400MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Social ImpactIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Charitable Matching Program
Retirement Matching Funds
Training and Education Allowance
Performance Bonuses
Mental Health Counseling

Risks

Increased competition from AI-driven dating apps may draw users away.
Privacy concerns and data breaches could impact reputation and operations.
Free dating apps with innovative features may pressure Match Group's pricing models.

Differentiation

Match Group offers nearly 50 brands catering to diverse dating communities.
The company generates revenue through subscription, transaction, and advertising models.
Match Group operates globally, available in over 200 countries and 40 languages.

Upsides

Increased interest in AI-driven matchmaking enhances user experience and engagement.
Growing trend of VR integration offers immersive dating experiences.
Rising demand for niche platforms caters to specific interests and communities.

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