New Product Development Product Management Intern

Summer 2027 Internship | New Product Development Project Management Intern 

School Year: Undergraduate (rising seniors and recent graduates) 

Dates of the Internship: June 7th-August 13th (10 weeks) 

Format: Hybrid in Illinois 

(Camping World’s hybrid work model allows employees to work in the office Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, with the option to work from home on Thursday and Friday). 

 

About the role: 

Camping World is looking for a New Product Development Project Management intern for the summer of 2027 to join the Good Sam Protection Programs team. As an intern, you will help bring new insurance-style protection products for RV owners from idea to launch, working alongside the product leader who manages each product through its full lifecycle, from inception to field implementation. We are looking for someone who is organized, curious, and comfortable keeping many moving pieces on track, and wants to be immersed in a real-world experience. If you are eager to learn, have a strong interest in project management and product development, and want to further develop yourself as a professional, this is the ideal role for you. 

  

Candidates must have the ability to work in our Chicago or Lincolnshire office on a hybrid basis (3 days in office, 2 days remote) for 10 weeks, beginning in June of 2027. 

 

What You’ll Do: 

• Support the end-to-end launch of new protection products for the RV market, from concept and requirements through field implementation. 

• Build and maintain project plans, timelines, and task trackers, and follow up with owners to keep milestones on schedule. 

• Coordinate work across product, marketing, operations, member services, legal and compliance teams, and external partners. 

• Prepare meeting agendas, capture notes, and track decisions, action items, risks, and issues. 

• Research the market and competitors for RV protection, warranty, and insurance-style products to inform product design and positioning. 

• Help draft launch materials such as process documents, training guides, FAQs, and stakeholder status updates. 

• Gather and analyze data in Excel to support business cases and track performance after launch. 

 

What You’ll Need to Have for the Role: 

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project or Operations Management, Insurance and Risk Management, Marketing, or a related field. 

• Graduation date between December 2026 and July 2028. 

• Ability to relocate to Chicago for the internship. (Note: Relocation or housing stipends are not provided.) 

• Engage in the Internship Project, culminating in a final presentation to the Executive Leadership team. 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. 

• Clear written and verbal communication skills, and comfort following up with stakeholders at all levels. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Experience with a project management tool such as Asana, Smartsheet, or Trello is a plus. 

• Interest in project management, product development, insurance, or the RV and outdoor industry. Project management coursework or a CAPM certification is a plus. 

General Compensation Disclosure

The pay range for this role considers several factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.   At Camping World, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the factors stated. A reasonable estimate of the current range is listed below.  

Pay Range:

In addition to competitive pay, we offer Paid Time Off, 401(k), an Employee Assistance Program, Good Sam Roadside Assistance, discounts, paid parental leave (if eligibility is met), Tuition Reimbursement (if eligibility is met), and on the job training opportunities. Full-time associates are offered a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision and more! Part-time associates are offered access to dental & vision coverage! For more information please visit: www.mycampingworldbenefits.com