Program Managers: Do you exist? How do I become you?

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I am a Computer Science major who is interesting in exploring a career as a program manager.

I knew since starting my degree that that was the role that was interested in but I just found out the actual job name recently.

Q: Is this a common position? Do many companies have "program managers"? What should I do/read to improve my chances to become a project manager upon graduation?

I have already completed three co-op terms at different companies none of which had this position.

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