Apprentice Product Researcher

The Pinterest Apprenticeship Program is an opportunity for professionals from non-tech backgrounds and those who may face barriers of entry into the industry to experience Research at Pinterest. Apprenticeships are up to one year long with the opportunity to be considered for conversion to a full-time Product Researcher. Employment throughout the program is at will, and while programs can be up to one year in length, there is no guarantee on the specific length of the program. Applications may close as early as Friday, June 27 at 5:00pm PDT. The program start date will be October 20, 2025.

What you’ll do:

• Work alongside other Pinterest Product Researchers and key partners on our Design, Product Management, and Engineering teams on a high-impact project.
• Use qualitative research methods, such as usability evaluations, individual interviews, and diary studies, to understand user needs and product opportunities.
• Collaborate with an assigned mentor who will help you navigate the expectations associated with being a Product Researcher at Pinterest.
• Continually grow — professionally and personally through various learning and development opportunities.

What we’re looking for:

• Professionals from non-tech backgrounds, including but not limited to: research bootcamp grads, candidates who are self-taught, and  those who do not hold a related degree or professional experience in Product Research roles.
• Self-motivated and proactive professionals pursuing a career in the tech industry who are curious to learn what it’s like to work and succeed as a  Product Researcher at Pinterest.
• 1+ years of experience working collaboratively and clearly communicating in a professional work environment preferred.
• Apprentices are expected to work full-time during business hours. As such, students currently enrolled in a Bachelors, Masters, or PhD program are not eligible for this position.
• Demonstrated knowledge of qualitative research methods.

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. 

For this role, applicants must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The Company complies with all applicable federal, state, and/or local equal employment opportunity and/or anti-discrimination laws.

At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.

Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here.

US based applicants only

The minimum and maximum salary for this position is $8,100 - $9,500 monthly.