INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: FOOTWEAR DESIGN

Applications to this opportunity are considered for all available Footwear Design intern roles, including but not limited to those described below:

• ORIGINALS RUNNING
  You will be a part of Originals Footwear Design team, working on creating the next chapter of game changing product for the Trefoil. In this role, you will have the opportunity to learn from and work with industry-leading design talent from around the world, united by a passion to continue to shape the Originals brand legacy. We get inspired from our brand archive and create the future based on the past. There will be opportunities to shift sneaker culture and influence trends globally, while learning the ropes of a robust and dynamic product creation and design process. The team spans across key product categories of lifestyle running, classics, women’s and kids - bringing relevant and engaging product stories to life through the lens of Originals.
   
• SPORTSWEAR
  You will be part of a team of designers working on the new generation of modern lifestyle products (Court and running Sportswear) Working closely with a team who share a combined passion of Sports and modern lifestyle, you have the opportunity to be involved in the creation process of the new generation of Sportswear footwear.
   
• INNOVATION DESIGN
  “Only the best for the athlete at speed.” In the innovation footwear design department, computational design plays a transformative role by integrating advanced digital tools and methodologies into the creative process. This approach leverages computational techniques to push the boundaries of traditional footwear design and manufacturing methods, enabling more efficient, precise, sustainable and innovative outcomes, solutions and processes.

GROW YOUR CAPABILITIES THROUGH MEANINGFUL TASKS & PROJECTS  

• Support team in day-to-day tasks

• Work with the design team to create (digital) design solutions of adidas footwear
• Assist and observe the entire design phase from concept creation of final product
• Gather relevant trend and consumer information for the product category
• Creation of (digital) sketches and 3D models for footwear concepts
• Assist the design team in the design of new footwear concepts for the relevant season supporting the creative phases: Brainstorm, Sketch and Render & Team Concepts
• Support the Execution phase of the process: creating and delivering design / tech packs
• Complete CAD revisions, color updates and technical packages

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A MATCH 

• Student of Product Design, Footwear Design, Sportswear Design, Industrial Design, 3D Design or similar
• Fluent in English (written & spoken) 
• Fluent in Illustrator and Photoshop programs preferably on a Mac environment
• Good knowledge in working with 3D programs is a plus (Blender, Rhino or similar) and for Innovation Design Strong 3D visualization abilities on different platforms
• Strong storytelling abilities
• Good sketching and renderings skills to communicate concepts and ideas
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams and handle multiple tasks

• Previous Design experience is a plus
• Previous 3D and CAD work experience is required for Innovation Design

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU 

• Employee discounts on products
• Chances to attend and take part in on-campus events and sponsored adidas events/games
• Structured training and development, access to LinkedIn Learning, Language Training and adidas Learning Portal
• Possibility to join our mentorship program, networking opportunities or employee resource groups
• International intern community and work environment
• Regular development conversations as part of your role
• Inspiring campus with canteens, cafes, reflection rooms and sport facilities including an on-site gym (25€/month) and many more sports facilities
• Company sports program including classes and events focusing on sports and mental health
• Flexible and agile working arrangements (40% home office possible)
• Monthly gross allowance: non-compulsory internship 2.098,00€, compulsory internship 1.590,00€ (Difference due to different taxation, net will be the same) 

ELIGIBILITY  

• Enrolled as full-time student for the complete duration of the internship  
• Or in the so-called gap year between Bachelor and Master’s degree (gap year regulation only applicable to EU citizens due to working permit regulations)
• Candidates in penultimate year of study preferred (following the internship, students should have maximum one year to graduate) 
• Availability for the full duration of the internship from March 2025 – September 2025 
• Ability to relocate to Herzogenaurach in Germany for the full duration of the internship 

KEY FACTS 

• Application Deadline: October 31st, 2024, 11:59 PM CET 
• Start Date: March 17th, 2025 
• Duration: 6 months 
• Location: adidas Headquarters in Herzogenaurach (near Nuremberg) 

NEXT STEPS 

• To apply to the role, please submit your CV and your design portfolio (max. 10MB) or a link to your online portfolio in your application. 

• You don't have to write us a motivation letter, but if you have something to say, let us know.  
• Please apply in English. 
• If we feel like it is a match, you'll be invited to complete a design task - don't worry we'll fully brief you on this.